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<p>Managing your credit is a key part of keeping your personal finances under control. Reducing your interest charges, maintaining a good credit rating, and keeping your debt at manageable levels will help you when you want to make a major purchase or when you face a financial challenge.</p>
<p>On the <emph>Manage your credit</emph> page, you can:</p>
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<li><emph>Track your credit score.</emph> You'll get key information about your current credit rating and fast access to your full credit report. You'll also be able to sign up for e-mails that alert you to any changes in your score. All free for a year with your purchase of Money.</li>
<li><emph>See summary information on your debt.</emph> At a glance, you'll know what you owe, when payments are due, and more.</li>
<li><emph>Try what-if scenarios with your debt.</emph> Figure out how long it will take you to pay off an account, or how much a purchase on credit will really cost.</li>
<li><emph>Get ideas and tips on credit management.</emph> Read articles on improving your credit score, applying for credit, and protecting yourself from identity theft.</li>
