Credit Karma has become one of the most popular free credit score and credit monitoring services, with over 100 million members in the US. As more people turn to free apps and websites to check their credit, it’s reasonable to ask – is Credit Karma actually providing accurate and useful information? Or is it just … Read more
You’re ready to pay down your credit card debt, but you carry a balance on multiple cards. What should you do: Pay off one card? Which one? Pay them all down equally? Stagger the payment amounts? The following tips could help you understand how to pay off credit card debt and decide which credit card … Read more
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In 2013, when I was laid off from the small New Hampshire newspaper where I worked, I did what any other functional unemployed person would do: I decided I should move — to a city I couldn’t afford, without any savings! We’ve all heard that famous New York City motto — you know, “The city … Read more
Experian and Equifax are the two largest credit bureaus in the United States. Both companies collect credit information on individual consumers, which they sell to lenders and others. Lenders, in turn, use the information in the reports to assess a prospective borrowers creditworthiness. While the two bureaus do similar work, they also differ in certain … Read more
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America runs on credit. Odds are, when you step foot in a car dealership you’ll need to be prepared to fill out a form or two that let the dealer check your credit score. However, many people don’t know what credit score car dealers actually use. Unlike your traditional FICO score, car dealers — more … Read more
The steps you take to improve your credit score will depend on your unique credit profile. In general, its important to understand the factors that influence your score, including your payment history, amounts owed, length of credit history, credit mix and new credit. There are several ways you can improve your credit score, including making … Read more
Personal Loans and Overdrafts (OD) serve as valuable tools to address your various financial needs. Choosing between them can be crucial when financial needs arise unexpectedly or for a significant purchase. Each option offers money access, yet they differ in qualification, process, rates, and how you repay. Understanding OD vs Personal Loan will pave the … Read more