If you're getting a mortgage and you think your credit score could be a bit better if the data were up to date, you might be able get a rapid rescore. Read this article to learn another option to get a fast credit score update. Read more.

If the repossession was accurate, it can stay on your credit report for seven years. Learn when it could be removed and how you can offset its affect your credit score. Read more.

While a credit card can be a major tool for building credit, you'll want to choose one that best fits your situation. Read on for the main differences between secured and unsecured credit cards to decide which is best for you. Read more.

Credit restoration is another name for credit repair, which mostly involves disputing any incorrect information that appears in your credit report. Read this article to learn when and how to use this option for improving your credit. Read more.

Depending on the current state of your credit history, it will take more or less time to reach that 800 credit score milestone. But you can do it. Read this article to learn how. Read more.

A credit reference is similar to a work reference, except it can help you get a loan or other financial product. Learn more about credit references and how to make the best credit impression here. Read more.

There are many factors to consider when getting a car, but does buying a car help your credit score? Learn more about the impact buying a car has on your credit score. Read more.

There's no guarantee that using a secured credit card will improve your credit score. Everything depends on how you use the card and what's already in your unique credit history. Read more.