Disputing credit report inaccuracies doesnât affect your credit, but some changes made in response to disputes can help your credit scores. The removal of inaccurate late payments, new-credit inquiries or bankruptcies could result in credit score increases. While revising personal information such as name, address or employer never affects credit scores. Requesting a change or … Read more
This credit card debt statistics page tracks Americans’ credit card use each month. We update this page regularly, examining the amount of debt people have, how often they carry a balance from month to month, how frequently they pay their credit card bills late and more. Credit card debt is a growing problem in America. … Read more
Generally, having good credit means youâre more likely to be approved for a car lease and more likely to score a lower interest rate. Just as with a car loan, you generally need good credit for a car lease. In the first quarter of 2024, the average credit score for a new car lease was … Read more
Because of holidays and other factors, the first few SSI payments of 2025 will be off their typical schedule. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate us when you take certain actions on our website or click to take an action on their website. However, … Read more
Finance and budgeting apps can offer various services, including credit score management and expense tracking. However, not all apps offer every service, and no two options provide the same comprehensive experience. With a wide variety of finance and budgeting apps available, choosing the best option for your situation and preferences can be challenging. Thats why … Read more
Its an age-old question we receive, and to answer it requires that we start with the basics: What is the definition of a credit score, anyway? Generally speaking, a credit score is a three-digit number ranging from 300 to 850. Credit scores are calculated using information in your credit report. Your payment history, the amount … Read more
If you recently purchased your home but need to tackle some repairs, you can get home improvement loans with no equity that’ll allow you to finance up to 100% of the renovation costs. There are a variety of secured and unsecured home improvement loan options you can use to avoid turning to high-interest credit cards … Read more
If youre signing a conventional mortgage, its a great thing to be able to make a 20% down payment on your home, even though many lenders will accept less. Doing so allows you to avoid private mortgage insurance, a costly expense thats typically tacked onto your monthly mortgage payments and makes your home more expensive … Read more
A 609 letter is a tool that helps you request information about items on your credit report and address errors. Itâs named after Section 609 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), which allows consumers to access all data used to calculate their credit score. While 609 letters canât remove verified or accurate debts, they … Read more
Traveling around the United States can be challenging without access to reliable transportation. 93% of households in the U.S. had access to at least one car in 2019.1 You must have a steady income to finance the purchase of a vehicle. But what if you are currently unemployed? You may be saying to yourself, “I … Read more