Credit Locks vs. Credit Freezes — What’s the Difference?

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Are you concerned about keeping your credit information safe from identity theft? You should be. It seems data breaches and scams designed to hoodwink the public are becoming more common. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), they received fraud reports from 2.8 million consumers in 2021 (an increase of over 70% from 2020), with…

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How Many Types of Accounts Should I Have on My Credit Reports?

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There’s no question that paying your bills on time is the most important rule to follow when it comes to earning great credit. Yet even a flawless payment history won’t result in the perfect credit score. Believe it or not, 65% of your FICO® Score has nothing to do with whether you make your monthly…

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