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Jan 2022
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283: I Don't Like Debt But Want a Good C...

CHRIS BROWNING
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How do you maintain a strong credit score after paying off all of your debt? A listener wrote in wanting to know the answer to this question. This week I'll answer this question and break down what goes in to your credit score calculation.   Today's bag of popcorn is brough to you by H&R Block! Get 20% off your online tax filing by visit https://PopcornFin ... Show More
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