If it seems it’s getting harder to protect your personal and financial information, you’re not wrong. As more of our financial activities migrate online, hackers and thieves are working overtime t...
Credit reports and scores have an impact on many aspects of consumers’ financial lives, so it’s no surprise that there is a lot of misinformation surrounding them. Misunderstanding credit reports ...
With the option of traditional banks, online-only banks and credit unions, consumers have more choices than ever when it comes to where to conduct their financial business. Many factors go into choosi...
If a low credit score or mistakes with credit in the past are keeping you from obtaining new credit, you may be considering credit repair. Offered by for-profit companies, credit repair is a process t...
Dealing with high levels of credit card debt can be stressful and overwhelming. Simply making minimum payments on multiple accounts every month means paying off that debt for years to come. Fortunatel...
When it comes to strategies for improving your credit, you’ll hear many terms used interchangeably and often, incorrectly. One of these misunderstood terms is ‘credit repair.’ Let’s take a loo...
Allowing student loans to go into default can have serious financial consequences that can affect your credit for years to come. Here's what you need to know: Direct Federal Student Loans are i...
Having student loans go into default can be confusing and overwhelming. And the financial consequences can be serious if the loan holder doesn’t take action to remedy the situation. Direct Federa...
Carrying credit card debt can leave you feeling like you don’t have many choices. But the fact is, you don’t have to be stuck making minimum payments on multiple cards. There are alternatives that...
Transitioning from life as a renter to a first-time homeowner is a big, exciting step. Many things in your life will change, including how you save and spend money. When you rent your living space, yo...