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10/09/2026

A car loan you never opened showing up on your credit report? 👀

It could be a mixed credit file if someone else’s information appears on your report.

Get your free reports at AnnualCreditReport.com and don't forget to check all three bureaus.

A few everyday conversations can help build money habits that last. 💙
10/07/2026

A few everyday conversations can help build money habits that last. 💙

09/29/2026

Your credit opens more than one door.

🏠 Apartment applications
📱 Phone and utility deposits
🚗 Insurance rates (where allowed)
💼 Employment checks (with written permission)

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What’s a tradeline? 🎣It’s an account listed on your credit report, such as a credit card, auto loan or mortgage. Its pay...
09/25/2026

What’s a tradeline? 🎣

It’s an account listed on your credit report, such as a credit card, auto loan or mortgage. Its payment history, balance, credit limit and age may affect your credit scores.

For healthier credit:

✅ Pay on time
✅ Keep balances low
✅ Check your reports for errors

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09/23/2026

Bankruptcy hits your credit hard, but the impact can fade with time. 🌊

Chapter 7 typically stays on your report for up to 10 years; Chapter 13, up to 7. Your score can begin recovering before either disappears.

Save this reminder: a lasting mark doesn’t mean a lasting low score.

09/15/2026

What is your best credit practice in 5 words or less?

We asked the SmartCredit team and here's what they had to say!

08/24/2026

Medical debt can still appear on your credit report, but it has to get past 3 bouncers:

Under $500?
Already paid?
Less than a year old?

Know the rules. Check your credit report.

💳  High APR? Your credit score, payment history, and loan term can all impact the rate you’re offered.Know what drives y...
08/21/2026

💳 High APR?

Your credit score, payment history, and loan term can all impact the rate you’re offered.

Know what drives your APR before you borrow! 👀

08/17/2026

Collections on your credit report? 👀

Here are 3 things to know:
⏳ The 7-year clock starts from the first missed payment
💰 Paying a collection doesn’t automatically remove it
🔎 You have the right to request debt validation

08/10/2026

The best beginner credit card isn’t actually a specific card 👀💳

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