Debt & Credit
What Actually Goes Into Your Credit Score
Five factors, and the two that matter most.
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Know your score, pick a payoff plan, dodge the traps and see how one reader did it — a calm year-long plan.
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Debt & Credit
Debt Snowball vs. Debt Avalanche: Which Is Right for You?
One saves the most money. The other keeps you motivated.
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Debt & Credit
How I Paid Off $18,400 of Credit Card Debt in 22 Months
A reader’s story: one spreadsheet, two side gigs and a lot of rice and beans.
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