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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.
Your credit score changed – now what?
Every month you will receive a new credit report, which will indicate whether your score has gone up, down, or remained the same. We have a look at what you should do in each situation. | ZA
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Why did your score drop after taking out credit?
Find out how an enquiry on your credit report impacts your score, and how applying for credit can cause your score to dip. | ZA
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How COVID-19 has affected credit scores
Find out how the coronavirus has affected South African's credit scores and get tips on how to improve it. | ZA
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How is your credit score weighted?
Understand which factors influence your credit score – and to what degree – so you can grow it steadily. Read our article to find out the math of your credit score and how it's weighted. | ZA
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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. | ZA
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The impact of COVID-19 on your credit score
Worried about your credit score taking a hit due to COVID-19? We discuss ways to minimise the impact of COVID-19 on your score. | ZA
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Who is ClearScore?
We tell you a little more about who are and what ClearScore is about. | ZA
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What credit score do you need to buy a car in South Africa?
Understanding your credit score requirements for vehicle finance and how to improve your approval chances. | ZA
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Take charge of your credit report with our 5 minute monthly checklist
If you only have a few minutes a month to check your credit report, we’ve got a quick cheat sheet on the key things to keep an eye on. | ZA
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Blacklisted? There’s no such thing!
The term "blacklisting" or "blacklist" is still commonly used in South Africa, but the concept of “Blacklisting” no longer exists. We break down where it came from and why someone may think they are blacklisted | ZA
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ClearScore shows you your Experian credit score and report
What’s the difference between ClearScore and Experian? | ZA
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Defaults, Judgments, Sequestration and Administration - Here's what to do if these appear on your credit report
It’s common to come across a lot of jargon on your credit report. Defaults, arrears, payment terms, judgments, obligations etc. How are you supposed to know whether the information is good or bad? | ZA
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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.
Your credit score changed – now what?
Every month you will receive a new credit report, which will indicate whether your score has gone up, down, or remained the same. We have a look at what you should do in each situation. | ZA
Read article
Why did your score drop after taking out credit?
Find out how an enquiry on your credit report impacts your score, and how applying for credit can cause your score to dip. | ZA
Read article
How COVID-19 has affected credit scores
Find out how the coronavirus has affected South African's credit scores and get tips on how to improve it. | ZA
Read article
How is your credit score weighted?
Understand which factors influence your credit score – and to what degree – so you can grow it steadily. Read our article to find out the math of your credit score and how it's weighted. | ZA
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. | ZA
Read article
The impact of COVID-19 on your credit score
Worried about your credit score taking a hit due to COVID-19? We discuss ways to minimise the impact of COVID-19 on your score. | ZA
Read article
Who is ClearScore?
We tell you a little more about who are and what ClearScore is about. | ZA
Read article
What credit score do you need to buy a car in South Africa?
Understanding your credit score requirements for vehicle finance and how to improve your approval chances. | ZA
Read article
Take charge of your credit report with our 5 minute monthly checklist
If you only have a few minutes a month to check your credit report, we’ve got a quick cheat sheet on the key things to keep an eye on. | ZA
Read article
Blacklisted? There’s no such thing!
The term "blacklisting" or "blacklist" is still commonly used in South Africa, but the concept of “Blacklisting” no longer exists. We break down where it came from and why someone may think they are blacklisted | ZA
Read article
ClearScore shows you your Experian credit score and report
What’s the difference between ClearScore and Experian? | ZA
Read article
Defaults, Judgments, Sequestration and Administration - Here's what to do if these appear on your credit report
It’s common to come across a lot of jargon on your credit report. Defaults, arrears, payment terms, judgments, obligations etc. How are you supposed to know whether the information is good or bad? | ZA
Read article