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[17 Dec 2024 | 2 Comments | 5,430 views]
Bounced Checks or Non Sufficient Funds (NSF) Checks can be Sent to a Collection Agency and Damage Your Credit Score

NSF checks (Non Sufficient Funds), also referred as a bounced check are considered bad and will end up on your credit report — lowering your FICO Score and preventing you from obtaining credit.

Rebuilding Credit »

[4 Dec 2024 | One Comment | 6,019 views]
Do Checking and Savings Accounts Help Establish Credit?

In this day and age, just about every facet of life is connected to your creditworthiness. It’s not just about buying a home or car anymore. Employers check credit reports to see if you are trustworthy. Insurance companies tie premiums to your credit rating. Even landlords check credit ratings to see if you pay your bills on time. Establishing credit helps you get the best deals of life’s big purchases.