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What Factors Affect My Credit Score? (Guide)

Maurice A. Shabazz

Published on: 09/11/2026

What factors affect my credit score? Learn the key credit score factors, what hurts it, and practical steps to protect your credit report.

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7 Daily Habits to Maintain a Healthy Credit Score

Maurice A. Shabazz

Published on: 22/03/2026

Maintain a healthy credit score by keeping utilization below 30%, paying bills on time, monitoring reports for errors, using AI tools for disputes, setting alerts, budgeting, and leveraging financial resources.

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