
Credit Score Guide
Learn how credit scores work, what they mean to creditors as they review your loan and credit card applications, and how you can stay on top of your score.
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Learn how credit scores work, what they mean to creditors as they review your loan and credit card applications, and how you can stay on top of your score.
Follow these 6 helpful tips to enter the world of credit with ease and peace of mind.
If you apply for a credit card, a lender will ask a credit bureau to verify your credit worthiness. This process is called a "credit inquiry" and sometimes can actually hurt your credit.
Understand how your credit score is calculated. The more you know about how your credit score is computed, the easier it becomes to improve your score.
If you're applying for credit cards or shopping for a good interest rate, the lender will request a copy of your credit report. But can too many credit inquiries in a short time affect your credit?
Maintaining your credit health in the event of a natural disaster starts with having a plan. Here's what you can do to protect your credit after a natural disaster strikes.
Not every type of late payment is weighed the same - and many creditors view some as much more significant. Here's how different types of late payments affect your credit score.
Having a solid credit score can save you a lot of money and quite a few headaches - and the sooner you get it there the better. Here are some tips to help you raise your credit score fast.
There are steps you can take to make your personal information more secure, and the Discover card offers tools that can help you. Here are three easy ways to help protect yourself.