5 Ways Employers Use Your Credit in Hiring and What You Can Do About It
Misty Burrell Misty Burrell

5 Ways Employers Use Your Credit in Hiring and What You Can Do About It

If you thought your credit only mattered when applying for a loan or a credit card, think again. Employers—especially in finance, government, and management—are increasingly using credit reports to make hiring decisions. While they can’t see your score, what they can see might still influence whether you get hired, promoted, or even considered for a leadership role.

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What Is Considered Bad Credit in 2025?
Misty Burrell Misty Burrell

What Is Considered Bad Credit in 2025?

If you’re trying to make financial moves in 2025—whether it's buying a car, getting approved for a mortgage, or applying for a personal loan—your credit score matters. But in an economy where inflation is up, interest rates are high, and lenders are tightening their standards, many people are asking:

“What is actually considered a bad credit score in 2025?”

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Transparency in Credit Advocacy & Education: Why Be Whole Financial Stands Out in Ohio Credit Repair
Misty Burrell Misty Burrell

Transparency in Credit Advocacy & Education: Why Be Whole Financial Stands Out in Ohio Credit Repair

In a market flooded with credit repair promises, bold guarantees, and unclear pricing structures, one principle continues to separate real solutions from empty sales pitches: transparency. At Be Whole Financial, we’ve made it our mission to do things differently—and do them legally, ethically, and with full clarity. We’re not just another credit repair company. We’re Ohio-based advocates for credit report education, financial accountability, and honest support.

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5 Tips to Rebuild Credit Ethically and Legally After Default or Job Loss in 2025
Misty Burrell Misty Burrell

5 Tips to Rebuild Credit Ethically and Legally After Default or Job Loss in 2025

Life happens. Whether it was a job loss, a medical emergency, divorce, or just trying to survive in a turbulent economy—credit can take a hit fast. For many people across the U.S., especially in Ohio, 2025 is a year of recovery. But if you’ve recently experienced financial hardship and your credit is suffering, there is a legal, ethical path back to financial stability.

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5 Tips for Unlocking Your New Front Door: What Every Ohio Homebuyer Needs to Do With Their Money & Credit in 2025
Misty Burrell Misty Burrell

5 Tips for Unlocking Your New Front Door: What Every Ohio Homebuyer Needs to Do With Their Money & Credit in 2025

Buying a home in 2025 isn’t about just having a down payment or scrolling Zillow listings during your lunch break. It’s about getting financially aligned, credit-ready, and clear on your long-term game plan. With higher interest rates, tighter underwriting standards, and competitive inventory across Ohio—from Columbus to Cleveland, Dayton to Youngstown—today’s homebuyers need more than motivation. They need a strategy.

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