How to use your tax refund to boost your credit score

If high credit utilization is weighing down your credit score, a tax windfall can help you pay down your card balance. But that might not be the best

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The Weekly The latest news & offers Tuesday, Apr. 13, 2021   Featured Article   How to use your tax refund to boost your credit score If high credit utilization is weighing down your credit score, a tax windfall can help you pay down your card balance. But that might not be the best use of the money.   Setting expectations for a return to post-pandemic travel It feels amazing to get out and travel after a year of staying put. Yet, I'm constantly learning that returning to travel after a year off can also feel a little disappointing and frustrating. Here’s what you should expect if you’re heading out to your favorite destinations.       Half of Americans spooked by cash due to COVID-19 In a new survey by CouponFollow, 41% of U.S. adults said they had started using touchless payments in place of cash due to COVID concerns. More than a third went even further, agreeing with the statement that cash and coins should be phased out to prevent virus transmission.

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