You may have seen the term “APR” while shopping for auto loans, mortgages or credit cards. It stands for “annual percentage rate” and describes the yearly cost of carrying an unpaid balance in various ...

Credit expert John Ulzheimer spoke with CNBC Make It to explain the one credit score mistake he made and how he fixed it.

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Unexpected lowered credit limits can harm your credit score, but there are steps you can take to mitigate the damage.

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Sometimes, closing the account may be the best move. But before you do, make sure you understand the new benefits, the timing of the changes, and the potential credit score impacts. Many or all of the ...

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When it comes to credit utilization, the closer you are to zero, the better it is for your credit score. Dvorkin notes that a ...

If you are thinking about your credit score during a transition, consider how affected accounts will show up on your credit ...

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