Your Credit Score for free

As most people know, you have been able to get your credit report from each of the three reporting agencies free once each year. I'm guessing you didn't know that you can now get your credit score free. A credit score is one of the most important components of a consumer's financial profile.

So how do you get this for free? Check out Credit Karma.com. It has recently been featured in the Wall Street Journal and USA today. There's no credit card required and no monthly or sneaky fees.

Here's what Credit Karma states on it's web site. Credit Karma is a completely free pro-consumer service dedicated to demystifying the credit landscape. With our credit simulators, free credit scores, credit advice, and credit score comparisons, our goal is to empower consumers to more actively manage their credit and their financial health.

So, know thy score and be empowered.