8 credit score myths

An interesting article on CNN.com today exposes 8 popular credit score-related myths.

The following myths are exposed:

Myth: You only have one credit score.

Myth: Checking your own credit will lower your score.

Myth: Your age, income and sex are factored into your score.

Myth: A higher salary will boost your score.

Myth: To remove unfavorable info just dispute it.

Myth: Shopping around for a loan hurts your score.

Myth: Credit card offers are hurting your score.

Myth: When you get married your credit scores are merged.

Read the article