 TITLE: What to Know About Employment and Your Credit CONTENT: Can My Credit Prevent Me From Getting a Job?\n--------------------------------------------\nA bad credit history could hurt your chances of getting a job, especially if you're applying for a role in finance or management or a job with the government that includes security clearances.\nThat said, 47% of employers in the U.S. don't run a credit check on any employee candidates, according to the NAPBS. Also, many states and municipalities have laws against employers using an applicant's credit history against them.\nIf you're thinking of applying for a job, talk with the hiring manager to find out what's involved with the background check process, so you can know what to expect. END