Signs your credit score could be in trouble

You've seen those ads for subscription websites that let you check your credit score, but haven't bitten. We here at Walletpop can't say we really blame you; they're kind of pricey, and some consumers have complained that trying to cancel can be a bit of a hassle. Besides, you figure your credit score is just fine... isn't it?

While ordering a credit score will of course clear up the question, there are some signs savvy consumers can watch for to see if their credit score has taken a dip. As this article from Bankrate points out, not being able to get a loan or being denied for a credit card application could mean your credit score isn't up to snuff. (Of course, realize that if the last time you applied for a credit card was in 2005, when America was awash in cheap credit, you're not really comparing apples to apples.)