How an auto loan affects your credit
We build credit to be able to use credit, but there are times when we’re afraid using it will damage the credit we’re trying so hard to build. If we go back and forth on […]
What is a frivolous dispute on a credit report?
So, you filed a dispute on your credit report, and you didn’t agree with the results. Therefore, you filed a dispute again … only this time you received the dispute-killing designation of “frivolous.” Now, what? […]
This is how a mortgage affects your credit
Sometimes the pursuit of perfect credit leads us to worry about utilizing the very products good credit gives us access to. A healthier way to look at credit would be to know that there are […]
The pros & cons of buying a car from a dealership
So, you’re ready to buy a new car. There are more options than ever these days, but they all pretty much come down to two main categories: Buying a car from a private seller that […]
The pros & cons of buying a car online
Have you ever thought of buying a car online before? I certainly haven’t. As much as I love technology and the idea of having just about anything delivered to my door, cars are one product […]
How to remove derogatory items from your credit report
Whether you’re surprised to see them or knew they were there, it’s never fun to see derogatory items on your credit reports. From collections accounts to charge-offs to late payments to bankruptcies, these items can […]
What you need to know about online Installment loans
Installment loans can be useful financial tools. But is it safe to get an installment loan online? Here’s what you need to know about online installment loans. What is an installment loan? An installment loan […]
How to get a credit card if you have bad credit
Do you need a new credit card, but are afraid your credit history might get in the way? There are credit cards designed to help people improve their credit –– some even offer no credit […]
Should you work with no-credit-check car dealers?
Cars can be a stressful purchase. Reliable cars don’t come cheap, they’re necessary for daily life in much of the United States, and you don’t always get to decide when it’s time to buy. As […]
Make sense of your money with these financial calculators
Oftentimes financial planning can feel like a lonely, confusing endeavor. However, there are calculators that can help you see how to make the most of your money through strategic changes, as well as some that […]