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Is Equifax Unable To Verify Your Identity?

By Bryan Daly
Published on June 1, 2021

Credit bureaus confirm your identity to prevent fraud and there are strict federal laws that surround our ability to access someone’s credit report.

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Who Was The First Company To Offer Free Credit Scores In Canada?

By Priyanka Correia, BComm
Published on May 21, 2021

For a long time, credit reports were only available for free once a year through Canada’s two major credit bureaus. That is, until Mogo.

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The Most Expensive Ways To Build Credit

By Bryan Daly
Published on May 3, 2021

The most common ways to build credit are also the most expensive, it's important to understand the full cost before choosing the right one for your ne...

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What Actions Can Impact Your Credit Scores?

By Matthew Taylor
Published on March 19, 2021

When it comes to the health of your credit, there are several factors that can affect the health of your credit scores.

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Is Credit Monitoring A Good Way To Protect Your Identity?

By Mark Gregorski
Published on March 12, 2021

Credit monitoring is a paid service that keeps track of changes to your credit report and can help you spot signs of identity theft.

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Can Your Rent Payments Help You Build Credit?

By Bryan Daly
Published on February 9, 2021

For years Canadian renters have not reaped the benefits of making on-time rent payments

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What Is A Credit Inquiry?

By Bryan Daly
Published on February 5, 2021

Everything you need to know about credit inquiries and how they affect your credit score and overall financial health.

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New Immigrants: Establishing Credit

By Chrissy Kapralos
Published on October 28, 2020

Have you recently migrated to Canada? Do you need a loan? How can you establish your credit so that you can qualify? Read on to learn.

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How To Get A Negative Item Removed From Your Credit Report

By Bryan Daly
Published on October 6, 2020

Don't let a credit error on your report ruin your loan applications. Read this article to get mistakes removed from your credit report.

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Why Isn’t My Credit Score Showing Up?

By Bryan Daly
Published on June 11, 2020

Your credit score is an important piece of your financial profile. But what happens if your credit score doesn't show up when you go check it?

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Monitor, Simulate & Build A Better Credit Score

By Priyanka Correia, BComm
Published on April 1, 2020

Are you having a hard time building your credit? Check out Score-Up! Build your credit in a fast, easy, trackable, point by point basis.

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Will COVID-19 Affect Your Credit Score?

By Veronica Ott
Published on March 26, 2020

If you're struggling financially because of the COVID-19 pandemic, it's important to understand how your decisions may affect your credit score.

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