# Myth Thursday: Time to set the record straight. 🔎 **URL:** \ **Category:** Community Lounge\ **Created:** [May 22, 2025, 6:28pm UTC](https://neofinancial.discourse.group/t/myth-thursday-time-to-set-the-record-straight/2003 "2025-05-22T18:28:12Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 1\ **Page:** 1
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✨ **It’s that time again - Myth Thursday is here!** ✨ Each week, we’re breaking down popular money myths so you can make confident, informed financial choices. **Myth:** Checking your credit score hurts it. **Truth:** Checking your own credit score is a soft inquiry - it doesn’t affect your score at all. **Here’s the deal:** Checking your credit score regularly is actually a smart move. It helps you stay in the know, catch any issues early, and feel more in control of your money. 💡 **Pro Tip:** Think of it like a financial checkup - it’s **your chance to track your progress, catch any errors, and make sure everything looks the way it should.** It gives you a lot more confidence and control when it comes to things like borrowing, budgeting, or planning for what’s next. **Want to learn more?** Check out this helpful article from Equifax on things that don’t hurt your credit score: 👉 [Read more here](https://www.equifax.ca/personal/education/credit-score/articles/-/learn/10-things-that-wont-hurt-credit-scores/#:~:text=While%20pulling%20your%20Equifax%20credit,not%20affect%20your%20credit%20scores.&text=If%20you%20see%20information%20on,we%20will%20look%20into%20it.) **So go ahead, check in. Knowledge = power.** 💪 **What’s a credit myth you used to believe? You’re not alone, drop it below and let’s learn together.** ⬇