Why employers may check your credit report and how to improve it
In 2017, Brittany Greene was on track to be promoted from an assistant to a business analyst position at her company, she says. She’d earned her master’s degree in project management and shadowed with the team. But Greene didn’t get the job — and says her poor credit history played a role. “I actually found […]
How to maximize your credit score during a credit card transition
Many actions can affect your credit score, such as if you pay your bills on time or how much available credit you have. Also on that list: credit card transitions — when your card issuer changes behind the scenes. Credit card transitions happen “periodically,” and though you can’t control them, they may affect your credit […]
How to fix mistakes on your credit report to boost your credit score
From data entry mistakes to the results of identity theft, errors on your credit report can lower your credit score. That in turn can limit your ability to qualify for favorable interest rates on loans or new credit cards. If you monitor your credit reports on a regular basis, though, you can fix mistakes before […]