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Latest Credit Score Articles
New Law Makes Credit Scores Free In Quebec
By Lisa Rennie
Updated on October 1, 2024
While there are many free credit score providers, recent changes to the law has made credit scores free in Quebec and throughout Canada with Equifax.
What It Means To Have A Credit Score Of 780
By Lisa Rennie
Updated on September 27, 2024
Do you have a credit score of 780? We're breaking down everything you need to know about how to harness your creditworthiness.
RBC Credit Score | Access Your CreditView Credit Score For Free Online
By Corrina Murdoch
Updated on September 26, 2024
The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) offers the CreditView Dashboard to its online banking clients. It lets them check their credit score for free.
Does Closing A Bank Account Affect My Credit Scores?
By Lisa Rennie
Updated on September 25, 2024
Almost all of your financial decisions affect the overall health of your credit score, but does closing a bank account affect it?
Can You Get a Loan With a Credit Score of 450?
By Kale Havervold
Updated on September 23, 2024
Anyone who currently has a low credit score and is interested in more information about whether or not they will qualify for a loan, this article is f...
How Applying For New Credit Affects Your Credit Scores
By Shari Talbot
Updated on September 20, 2024
Your credit score is affected by almost all your financial behaviours, including when and how often you apply for new credit.
What Actions Can Impact Your Credit Scores?
By Matthew Taylor
Updated on September 20, 2024
When it comes to the health of your credit, there are several factors that can affect the health of your credit scores.
How To Get Your Credit Score For Free In Canada
By Caitlin Wood, BA
Updated on September 19, 2024
It is possible to apply for your credit report for free from both TransUnion and Equifax, Canada's two major credit bureaus
Car Loans 101: Check Your Credit Scores First
By Corrina Murdoch
Updated on September 18, 2024
Before you buy your next car, check your credit score first. It might save you big money!
Banks That Let You See Your Credit Scores
By Lisa Rennie
Updated on September 12, 2024
If you bank at one of the big banks then may be able to check your credit score for free either via their online banking portal or banking app.
Could Your Library Late Fees Be Hurting Your Credit Score?
By Veronica Ott
Updated on September 9, 2024
We all know that our financial decisions, good and bad, affect our credit scores. But, did you know that past due library fees could be hurting your c...
Your 650 Credit Score
By Chrissy Kapralos
Updated on September 6, 2024
650 is considered a fair, but below average credit score. While there are still loan opportunities, the terms available aren’t always good.
