Why Your Credit Score Might Drop After You Pay Off Your Card – And How to Prevent It

Watching your credit score dip – especially after completing a financial milestone like paying off your credit card – can ...

Clever Credit: Oops, I Forgot to Pay My Credit Card. But That Was Just Two Days Ago!

I'm so dumb! I'm new to credit cards, and I mixed up my statement closing date with my due date. Now I'm two days late on my ...

Here's the Right Way to Cancel a Credit Card Without Hurting Your Credit Score

Thinking about canceling a credit card? Here's what actually happens to your score -- and the step-by-step process to avoid ...

Does Closing a Credit Card Really Hurt Your Score? Here's the Truth

A closed account in good standing stays on your credit report for 10 years. Here's what closing a card actually does to your ...
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Credit Score vs. Credit Reports: What’s the Difference?

Take a Financial Relief Quiz. Get matched with an Authorized Partner. When you’re applying for a loan, credit card or lease, knowing the difference between your credit score and credit report can give ...

This Simple Credit Card Timing Mistake Can Lower Your Score

Think paying your credit card on the due date is smart? Financial expert John Liang explains why timing matters and can ...

4 easy ways you can maintain good credit

Achieving a good credit score is important, and so is maintaining it. Select rounds up four simple tips for keeping your ...