Watch ScoreSense join Montel Williams on his show, The Balancing Act, to talk about how credit works and what your scores really mean. bddy.me/3Ekma7J

Thinking about making a high offer on a home in this hot housing market? First, read this advice from ScoreSense’s Carlos Medina, featured in Dallas Innovates. bddy.me/37RkUe2

Don’t let your #ChildTaxCredit payment go to waste. Consider 3 ways to use the extra money to make a difference for your financial future. bddy.me/3xSZHvu

Credit #accountsincollection are serious and often have a long-term, harmful impact on your #creditscores. It’s a signal to the lender that you are unable or, even worse, unwilling to #repayyourdebt. See what kinds of debt are sent to collections. bddy.me/3roJX09

March is #NationalCreditEducationMonth – and one thing we all know it's important to pay our bills on time to help keep our #creditscores from dropping. But to truly #protectyourcredit, there’s so much more you need to know. bddy.me/2MGLr70

#CyberMonday is prime time for #identitythieves to get in on the online action. Knowing what to watch for, where the potential risks are – and how to shop smart – can help keep your identity from being hacked and your #creditscores intact.bddy.me/3llN4SY

Don’t let #BlackFriday and #CyberMonday cost you more than you bargained for! You may save cash, but your #creditscores could pay the price. The challenge is to get in on the “deals and steals” while keeping your spending – and credit card use – on track. bddy.me/33iDEBe

Can you pay your rent with a credit card? With so many facing #eviction due to lost wages during the #pandemic, it's a good question! While many landlords won't accept #creditcards, there are services that can help you pay rent and bill it to your card. bddy.me/3nJ24eZ

Planning to use the plastic for #holidayshopping? Check your #creditcardlimits and balances before you "add to cart". Pushing your limits strains more than your budget. In fact, using more than 30% of your available credit can lower your #creditscores! bddy.me/35CtJbx

Will #gettingmarried affect your credit for #betterorworse? Whether you’re hoping it will improve your #creditscore or worried your spouse’s credit will ding yours, here’s what you need to know about tying the knot and credit. bddy.me/2JSNsex

Will your credit scores frighten lenders? Your scores are only as accurate as the information on your #creditreports. Don’t be tricked by score-lowering #errors lurking undetected on your reports – catch them and #dispute them! bddy.me/2HQWvvF

October is National #CyberSecurity Awareness Month and prime time to talk about #protection. Identity thieves are banking on you – and your valuable personal and #credit information – to be easy prey. bddy.me/34LpMQ9

#CreditTip: Think twice before you cancel old #creditcards. While it may seem like a smart idea to “cut up the plastic” and #closecards you don’t use much – it could actually hurt your #creditscores. bddy.me/2YgQ366

Would you rather have a root canal than #talkbudget with your partner? You are not alone. Money is a part of every couple’s dynamic and it can be downright painful. Try these three simple #budgetingsteps to #improvefinances — and your relationship. bddy.me/2E1Vb7p

If you’ve lost income or job in the wake of the #coronavirus pandemic and are frantic about keeping up with your #mortgage, there are options in place to help. Here’s what you need to know about #deferringyourpayment during the pandemic.bddy.me/2CwSnhW

#Studentcreditcards help #buildcredit. They offer a great opportunity for teens and college-bound students to build up their #creditscores – if they are responsible enough to manage their money wisely.bddy.me/31BOYqA

In the first half of 2019, almost 100,000 Americans were the victims of #creditcardfraud. If you’re in this situation, you need to #actfast. Here are some #basicsteps to take when you suspect you've become a victim of credit card fraud.bddy.me/2XEcEJL

#CreditTip: Check your #childscredit! Kids are #primetargets for #identitytheft. Check periodically to see if a credit file has been opened in your child’s name.bddy.me/3kjWSNJ

#DebtSnowball vs. #DebtAvalanche: Which method of paying down debt is right for you? Depending on the amount of debt you owe and the number of accounts that need to be reconciled, one of these #debtreduction strategies may be your best bet.