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Jul 2021
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254: How Do I Grow My Credit Score?

CHRIS BROWNING
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Whether you’re looking to buy a house or purchase a new car, one thing is certain – your credit score will be looked at! So how do you create a credit score to be proud of? A listener recently asked me this exact question, and in today’s episode I discuss the 5 main factors that go into determining your credit score, as well as the myth that keeping a balanc ... Show More
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