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This week's top story: 8 reasons to ignore your credit score

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8 reasons to ignore your credit score
You know how important having and maintaining a great credit score is, but there are times when concentrating on something else just makes more sense. More... 
Mine, yours and ours: Marriage and your money
For the sake of connubial contentment, is it better to intermingle your money or maintain your financial independence? More... 
Financial experts reveal their worst money advice
They say free advice is worth what you pay for it, but for these financial experts, it was actually a lot more costly. More... 
10 things NOT to do when applying for a credit card
Want new plastic? If you've had money problems and do one of these 10 things, wham! You've just hurt your chances of getting approved. More... 
Expert credit card advice

Divorce and credit card debt don't mix
'The Credit Guy' expert Todd Ossenfort
While a decree can assign payment responsibility for joint card debt, if your ex doesn't pay as agreed, your credit is at risk. More...
 
Different websites provide different credit scores
'Credit Score Report' expert Jeremy Simon
Very different credit scores from two separate websites lead a reader to question the credit scoring system.
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Debunking 4 common myths about debt and marriage
'To Her Credit' expert Sally Herigstad
A reader suspects her husband is funding an affair. If they divorce, will she have to pay his credit card debt?
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How bad credit can and can't hinder your job search
'Opening Credits' expert Erica Sandberg
A reader is worried that her poor credit -- which plummeted during her unemployment -- is wrecking her job chances.
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More credit card news

Barnes & Noble gift cards in jeopardy?
News that book retailer Barnes & Noble may be up for sale shouldn't send consumers speeding to the nearest store, gift card in hand. More... 
Emily's list: 'You're Cut Off' edition
New VH1 reality series features nine rich young women who go through "princess rehab" to learn the value of money. More... 
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