Leonard Pokrovski

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How Does Debt Affect My Credit Score and Credit Report?
How Does Debt Affect My Credit Score and Credit Report? Debt plays a major role in shaping your financial profile. Whether you have a mortgage, student loan, credit card balance, or personal loan, the way you handle that debt can significantly affect your credit score and credit report. These two tools are used by lenders, landlords, insurers, and even employers to assess your financial...

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When Is Debt “Bad” vs. “Good”?
When Is Debt “Bad” vs. “Good”? Debt often carries a negative reputation — it’s easy to associate owing money with financial stress or instability. Yet, not all debt is inherently harmful. In fact, when used strategically, debt can be a powerful tool for achieving long-term goals such as home ownership, higher education, or business growth. The key lies in...

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What Is Debt?
What Is Debt? Debt is a fundamental part of modern finance and economics. It influences how governments function, how businesses grow, and how individuals manage their personal finances. At its simplest, debt is money that you owe to someone else — whether that’s a lender, a bank, a supplier, or even a friend. But beyond that basic definition lies a complex system of obligations,...

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What Is a Credit Report?
What Is a Credit Report? A credit report is a detailed record of your credit history — a snapshot of how you’ve managed borrowed money over time. It includes information about your credit accounts, payment history, debts, and public records such as bankruptcies or collections. Lenders, landlords, insurers, and even employers may review your credit report to evaluate your...

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Does Checking My Own Credit Report Affect My Credit Score?
Does Checking My Own Credit Report Affect My Credit Score? Many people hesitate to check their credit reports because they worry that doing so might hurt their credit score. This concern is understandable — after all, we often hear that credit checks can lower your score. But here’s the truth: checking your own credit report does not affect your credit score. This is because when...

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Can I Remove Accurate Negative Information From My Credit Report?
Can I Remove Accurate Negative Information From My Credit Report? When it comes to your credit report, one of the most common questions people ask is: “Can I remove accurate negative information from my credit report?” The short answer is no — if the information is accurate and verifiable, it cannot be legally removed before its scheduled expiration date. However, that...

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How Long Does Negative Information Stay on My Credit Report?
How Long Does Negative Information Stay on My Credit Report? Your credit report is one of the most important financial tools tied to your name. It records how responsibly you’ve managed debt over time, influencing everything from loan approvals and interest rates to apartment rentals and job applications. But what happens when negative information—like missed payments, charge-offs,...

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How Often Should I Check My Credit Report?
How Often Should I Check My Credit Report? Your credit report is one of the most important documents in your financial life. It’s a detailed record of your credit history — including loans, credit cards, payment history, and even certain public records — that lenders use to determine how reliable you are as a borrower. Because it affects so many aspects of your financial...

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2025-10-27 21:07:22 -

How Can I Improve My Credit Score?
How Can I Improve My Credit Score? Your credit score plays a crucial role in your financial life. It determines whether you can qualify for loans, what interest rates you’ll pay, and even whether you can rent an apartment or get a new phone plan. Because your credit score reflects how responsibly you manage debt, improving it can open doors to better financial opportunities and greater...

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Why Do I Have Different Credit Scores?
Why Do I Have Different Credit Scores? If you’ve ever checked your credit score from more than one source, you might have noticed something confusing — your score isn’t always the same. One report might say you have a 715, another could show a 740, and yet another lists 695. This can be frustrating, especially when you’re trying to understand where your credit stands...

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