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Credit 101: Why Your Credit Score Matters & How to Improve It

Credit 101: Why Your Credit Score Matters and How to Improve It | Prioritized Living

Credit 101 - Why Your Credit Score Matters and How to Improve It

Remember that college course you had to take about managing your credit? No? Don’t worry, you didn’t miss it.

And you probably never attended a seminar on one of the most important and frequently misunderstood areas of finance, either — your credit.

So it’s no surprise that some people struggle with understanding and managing their developing credit histories. In fact, a recent LendEDU survey found that only 25% of millennials could correctly define what a credit score is, and only 17% knew one of the best ways to improve their score.

Today, it’s time to set the record straight.

Here’s the scoop on what really makes a difference when it comes to your credit and the low-down on how you can take control of your financial destiny with a few easy strategies.

Read the rest of my article over on Citi’s Life & Money site!

What’s the biggest misconception you’ve heard (or believed!) about your credit health?

Confused by credit? Here's a clear but comprehensive walk-through of everything you need to know, including how you can improve your credit score. | Credit 101: Why Your Credit Score Matters and How to Improve It | Prioritized Living

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Megan Nye I'm a personal finance writer, wife, and mom. And I know we’re all looking for the secrets, the systems, and the hacks that will make our lives easier & better.

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