A credit score is an extremely important financial metric as it is used for a lot of different things. Lenders use them to decide whether to give you a loan and how much interest to charge. Companies, including utility companies, use them to decide whether to do business with you and what kind of deposit will be required. Landlords use credit scores when deciding whether or not to rent to you, and employers sometimes check credit history when you apply for a job.

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