Many people do not know the difference between a credit report and a credit score. A credit report shows your credit history (example: payment history, number of inquiries, utilization, total of credit lines, etc.). A credit score on the other hand, is a number that is assigned on a scale of 300 – 850. The…
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Credit Card 101
Simply enough, we have all heard of credit cards, or most of us already own one (or multiple!). But do you fully understand how a credit card works? Some people use a credit card as their primary method of paying for items, while others use it sparingly for special purposes. A credit card isn’t your…
Should I Add my Child as an Authorized User on my Credit Card?
One of the greatest financial gifts that a parent can give to his/her child, is a good to excellent credit standing. You may ask how can you do this? I would say, to add your child as an authorized user on your credit cards. This is only recommended if you are financially responsible. The good…
