Things are continuing to look gloomy during the worst financial crisis since The Great Depression. We just found out last week that unemployment topped 10.2%, the first time since the early 1980s. With Christmas and Hanukkah coming soon, more people will be using their credit cards to bring some sense of comfort and joy. That’s why it’s more important than ever to know where your credit stands.

A low credit score can effect a number of things, including your current credit cards, future lending options, employment, and This post talks about sources you can use to check your credit score. The Wall Street Journal article gives some practical educational advice about credit scores, and provides links to free or low-cost resources for checking your credit score. Most of the options are limited, but they all give you a decent representation of what your credit score might be.

I encourage you to regularly check your credit score. If you’re having trouble with collections, past-due accounts, high-interest credit cards, or any other consumer credit issue, please contact us. We help people evaluate their debt situation, and assess various legal and personal options for managing debt.