The Debt-Free Movement and Credit Repair

On August 4, 2011, the national debt was reportedly soaring at $14.34 trillion dollars. Fortunately, U.S. consumers are not following suit. Despite the government’s declining financial status, households across the country are taking a closer look at their own creditworthiness and, where applicable, their credit repair as well. As of 2011, the average credit score rose for the fourth consecutive year, totaling just under 700 points. Not only does this trend promise a brighter future for individuals, it could help jump-start the economy as well.