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Get to grips with what your credit score and report are, where they come from and why they're so important.
What credit score do you need to buy a car?
Find out what credit score you need to buy a car, and some key considerations before you make your decision.
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I’m not under debt review anymore, why is it still showing on my report?
What to do if your debt review is still showing on your credit report?
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Does a credit enquiry affect your credit score?
Credit checks are at the heart of applying for credit. Make sure you understand them.
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What is an enquiry?
We have a look at what it means to have an “enquiry” on your credit report, and we consider the distinction between when a lender views your credit profile and when you do.
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Introducing: A new credit score system
We've recently upgraded our scoring system. This article outlines what this change means and looks at how it could impact your credit profile. We'll also look at some of the questions users are asking. But before we get started, find out how we determine y
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Your credit score matters – even if you’re not looking for credit
Your credit score has value beyond helping you get approved for a loan or credit card. Employers, landlords, and insurance companies also check your credit report to see how you handle your responsibilities.
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6 reasons why your credit score has gone down
Have you experienced a drop in your credit score? We explore six of the most common reasons why this happens.
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Understanding credit checks
Our guide to everything you need to know about credit searches.
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Missed a payment? Here’s what to do next
Find out your next steps if you missed a payment on one of your accounts.
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ClearScore shows you your Experian credit score and report
What’s the difference between ClearScore and Experian?
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Factors that affect your credit score
Want to take control of your credit score? Here’s everything you need to know about the factors that count
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A guide to the credit bureaus in South Africa
We explain what you need to know about South Africa’s four main credit bureaus
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Latest articles
Get to grips with what your credit score and report are, where they come from and why they're so important.
What credit score do you need to buy a car?
Find out what credit score you need to buy a car, and some key considerations before you make your decision.
Read article
I’m not under debt review anymore, why is it still showing on my report?
What to do if your debt review is still showing on your credit report?
Read article
Does a credit enquiry affect your credit score?
Credit checks are at the heart of applying for credit. Make sure you understand them.
Read article
What is an enquiry?
We have a look at what it means to have an “enquiry” on your credit report, and we consider the distinction between when a lender views your credit profile and when you do.
Read article
Introducing: A new credit score system
We've recently upgraded our scoring system. This article outlines what this change means and looks at how it could impact your credit profile. We'll also look at some of the questions users are asking. But before we get started, find out how we determine y
Read article
Your credit score matters – even if you’re not looking for credit
Your credit score has value beyond helping you get approved for a loan or credit card. Employers, landlords, and insurance companies also check your credit report to see how you handle your responsibilities.
Read article
6 reasons why your credit score has gone down
Have you experienced a drop in your credit score? We explore six of the most common reasons why this happens.
Read article
Understanding credit checks
Our guide to everything you need to know about credit searches.
Read article
Missed a payment? Here’s what to do next
Find out your next steps if you missed a payment on one of your accounts.
Read article
ClearScore shows you your Experian credit score and report
What’s the difference between ClearScore and Experian?
Read article
Factors that affect your credit score
Want to take control of your credit score? Here’s everything you need to know about the factors that count
Read article
A guide to the credit bureaus in South Africa
We explain what you need to know about South Africa’s four main credit bureaus
Read article