Extra Credit – Credit Scores: Are There Rewards for Responsible Repayment?

True, it’s just a number, but maintaining a good credit score is key to getting the best rates for your mortgage and car loans We all have numbers that, for better or worse, define us. Age is an obvious numerical marker, but so too are the ones that your doctor hectors you about – weight,… Continue reading Extra Credit – Credit Scores: Are There Rewards for Responsible Repayment?

Experian Reporting Rental Payments on Credit Reports

In times past, the only time rental history would show up on a credit report was when a property management company would turn it over for collections.  But in December 2010, that all changed when Experian became the first credit bureau reporting rental payments on consumer credit reports.  Not only is this is great news… Continue reading Experian Reporting Rental Payments on Credit Reports

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