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How to Build Credit Responsibly Without Using Debt
Not everyone wants to utilize debt as a way to build credit responsibly, but most advice available on building credit relates to taking out a loan, or using credit cards to prove good payment history....
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What you need to know about your child’s credit report
You know that you need to teach your child about finances early on. But while you teaching your child the importance of budgeting and saving up for goals, chances are that your child’s credit report...
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What’s really holding you back from having an 850 credit score?
As you already know, your credit score is an extremely important three digit number (an 850 credit score equals a perfect score). It sets the stage on whether you will get approved for a loan, and the...
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Cost of living and your credit
You know that where you live matters when it comes to your disposable income. Cost of living makes a big difference in your budget. But can it also impact your credit? You might be surprised at how...
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VantageScore vs. FICO
You probably know that you have multiple credit scores, figured using different versions of different credit scoring algorithms. When many of us think of credit scores, we think of those based on the...
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Thanks for the credit score. Now what?
Many consumers look at their credit scores and are at a loss for what to do next. Since a credit score is the reduction of your entire credit history to three digits, it’s hard to really see what is...
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3 Laws That Protect You and Your Credit – And How to Use Them
The credit industry does its best to keep accurate records when it comes to consumer credit history but sometimes mistakes happen. When an error occurs the powers that be will clean it up, but it’s up...
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5 non-loan financial transactions that may require a credit check
When you think of a credit check, chances are your thoughts jump to loan transactions. After all, the point of a credit history is to provide context for your past credit transactions as a way to...
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How a foreclosure can impact your credit
You know that a foreclosure on your home can be a big deal when it comes to your credit. But how big of a deal can it be? You might be surprised at how much a foreclosure can impact your credit, and...
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4 reasons to check your credit regularly
You’ve probably heard that you should check your credit regularly. But why is that advice given? Before you decide that you don’t really need to check your credit report, here are 4 reasons to take a...
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How to build good credit more effectively
One of the aspects of complete and successful personal finances is having good credit. If you want to take advantage of low interest rates on loans and qualify for the best deals on insurance and cell...
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4 reasons to establish good credit early
Finances are an important part of your life. One of the best things you can do for finances is to build good habits early. While you probably know how important it is to live within your means and save...
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