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If you are looking to open an account with a bank, online bank or credit union, the last thing you want is to find out your credit report may stop you from doing so. Banking history is one thing, but ...

Are you having trouble opening a new checking or savings account? It may be because a little known financial score called a banking score is hurting your chances of starting an account. Many of us are ...

When consumers use the Experian Smart Money™ Digital Checking Account to pay bills that are eligible for Experian Boost such as utilities, residential rent and telecom, Experian Boost will capture the ...

With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

A lot of people now track their credit scores – and that's good. Your score is an important factor in knowing your financial health, but it's not enough. "Checking the number alone is equivalent to ...