Credit Sesame’s Guide to Mortgage Down Payments

Here, we dive in to everything you need to know about mortgage down payments.
From Disciple of Dave Ramsey to Credit-Wielding Homeowner: My Story

An amazing and inspirational story of a Credit Sesame member who erased her debt, bought a home, travels for free and has a top credit score.
I Have a Good Credit Score, So Why Was I Rejected?

While a good credit score definitely helps you get approved for loans, it’s not a magic key. Even someone with an excellent score can be turned down for a new loan.
The Smartest Ways to Lower Your Student Loan Debt after College

Pay off student loan debt as soon as you can without turning your life upside down. To do that, you might have to think outside the box. It’s worth your time to check out every angle.
10 Car Buying Myths Busted

Best deal at the end of the month? Maybe, maybe not. Here are 10 myths about car buying we’ve busted, and how to avoid them.
12 Side Hustles that Help You Pay Down Debt

Here are 12 popular (and a few lesser known) side hustles that can provide you with the cash you need to ditch your debt and build a solid financial foundation.
Equifax Data Breach Could Affect 143 Million People: 10 Signs You’re a Victim of Identity Theft

Know the signs that your personal information may have been compromised.
Get a Better Credit Score by New Year’s Eve with Credit Sesame’s Tools

There’s no better time than now to get a head start on next year’s resolutions, especially if achieving a better credit score is one of them.
Want an 800+ Credit Score Before You Finish College? Find Out This Member’s Secrets

This Credit Sesame member had an 800+ credit score before she graduated from college. She shares her secrets about how she did it.
Credit Sesame Guide to Navigating Student Loan Default

If you’re in danger of defaulting on your loans, or you’ve already started receiving notices from your loan servicer, don’t ignore the situation.
Credit Sesame’s Guide to Enrolling in Student Loan Repayment Plans

Enrolling in a repayment plan can seem overwhelming, but it really comes down to two things. Filling out and submitting the form to all your loan servicers when you first start repayment, and refilling out the form and submitting it yearly for recertification.
Credit Sesame’s Guide to Private Student Loans

If your federal student aid package comes up short, one possible solution is private student loans. Private student loans differ from federal loans in several key ways and before you borrow, you need to understand those differences.
I Bought These 8 Things Used and Put an Extra $3,000 toward My Debt Last Year

Buy these things used instead of new and save up to 90%. Put that savings toward your debt.
5 Signs You Should Consider Refinancing a Loan

Whether you want a lower interest rate or a more accommodating lender, here are five signs to help you identify when to consider refinancing a loan.
Let Credit Sesame Help You Choose a Bank to Stash Your Holiday Savings

Savings get you through the holidays without blowing your budget. Credit Sesame can connect you with the best banks to stash your savings.