What is CPN? How to spot a credit privacy number scam

1 year ago
Elizabeth Whiting

A CPN is a nine-digit number that is used to create a false identity and get credit. Read on to…

What is debt validation letter? [+ template for debt verification]

A debt validation letter is what creditors use to prove they own your debt. If you receive one, you can…

1 year ago

Does income-driven repayment affect your credit score?

Income-driven repayment makes student loan payments more manageable, but does it affect your credit score? Click to find out.

1 year ago

Can payday loans hurt my credit score?

Get the facts on how payday loans affect your credit. Learn what you can do to protect your credit and…

1 year ago

What to do if your identity is stolen: 11 steps to start now

Identity theft is a growing problem. If you’re one of the millions that needs to know what to do if…

1 year ago

How does divorce affect your credit?

Discover all the ways divorce can affect your credit and what you can do to minimize its impact.

1 year ago

How to pay your credit card bill: best practices + tips

Learn how to pay your credit card bill to avoid late fees, interest charges and ensure that you establish a…

3 years ago

The 30 best part-time jobs for retirees

Disclosure regarding our editorial content standards. Many people picture their retirement being spent on a white sand beach, sipping on…

3 years ago

Do I need financial advisor?

Should you hire a financial advisor? Here you can get all of your questions about financial advisors answered, including what…

1 year ago

What happens to your credit when you pay off collections?

While paying off collections generally won’t improve your credit score, newer scoring models like FICO 10 ignore collection accounts with…

1 year ago

How much will secured credit card raise my score?

If you’re wondering “how much will a secured credit card raise my score,” it won’t raise your score instantly, but…

1 year ago