Debunking Common Credit Score Myths You Shouldn’t Believe
1. Carrying a balance is good for your credit score
This myth suggests that keeping a balance on your credit card is beneficial, but it actually leads to unnecessary interest charges.
2. It hurts your score when you have too many credit cards
Having multiple credit cards does not automatically lower your credit score, contrary to popular belief.
3. You shouldn't close any credit cards because it will lower your credit score
Closing credit cards may not have an immediate negative impact on your credit, and the benefits of keeping them open might be overstated.
4. You have a single credit score
There are multiple credit scoring systems and scores calculated by different bureaus, emphasizing the importance of understanding the scoring variations.
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