Credit Reports From 3 Major Credit Bureaus
You’ve likely heard of the major credit bureaus, but do you know what the difference is and what these bureaus really do? Introduction In the United States, there are three major credit bureaus — Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion — that are competing against each other to capture, update, and store the credit histories of most […]
Men vs. Women: Who’s More Willing to Go Into Debt to Pay for a Getaway
Ah, summer vacation. For some people, that dream destination involves a sandy beach. For others, it’s a bustling city. You might prefer a classic American road trip or a flight overseas. Whatever the case, the challenge for most of us isn’t planning what we’ll do when we get there or how we’ll kick back and […]
Best Zero Percent Introductory APR Credit Cards for 2020
Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. EDITOR’S NOTE: The Chase Slate® credit card, and the Chase Freedom® credit card offers mentioned in this article are expired and are […]
How to Fix Your Credit Score
If you’ve ever applied for a credit card or for a loan, you know how important your credit score is. But what if your credit score needs a little, or a lot, of work? Do you know how to fix it? Read on to find out the steps to fix your credit, as well as […]
Why This Millennial Doesn’t Regret Charging a Trip to Egypt on Her Credit Card
The word “splurge” used to mean spending like it’s going out of style at a department store or mall. Today, it has taken on new meaning as credit cards enable consumers, particularly those coveted Millennials who range in age from 18 to 34, to make larger purchases. And in the heat of the summer, few […]
Nordstrom Credit Card Review
EDITOR’S NOTE: The the Nordstrom Retail, Nordstrom Visa Signature®, Nordstrom Visa Platinum® offers mentioned in this article are expired and are no longer available If you shop at Nordstrom often, it makes sense to join the rewards program, which is only available to Nordstrom Retail or Nordstrom Visa credit cardholders. In return, you get […]
Gap Credit Card Review
Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. If you’re a frequent shopper at the Gap and the Gap family of stores, the Gap credit card could be a good […]
Disney® Premier Visa® Card Review
Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. EDITOR’S NOTE: The Disney® Premier Visa® Card mentioned in this article is expired and is no longer available Disney® Premier Visa® Card […]
Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card Review
Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. EDITOR’S NOTE: The Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card offer mentioned in this article is expired and is no longer available Southwest […]
How to Use Apartment Rent to Build Credit
The landlord credit check – what it is, how to pass one, and everything you need to know before you rent your first apartment.
Walmart® Credit Card Review
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Walmart® Credit Card and Walmart® Mastercard® offers mentioned in this article have expired and are no longer available Walmart® offers two credit cards. One is a regular store credit card, the Walmart® Credit Card and the other is a Walmart® Mastercard®. The Walmart® store card is like any other store card, meaning that […]
Best Cash Back Credit Cards
See our review and comparison for the top cash back credit cards on the market and how they can help you earn and save.
Credit Bureau Guide: What the Differences Are Between Equifax, TransUnion, & Experian
Opinions expressed here are author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airlines or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. One of the most important parts of anyone’s financial life is their credit report. Without a good credit report (and a corresponding good […]
Review: Free FICO Scorecard from Discover, What’s the Catch?
Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. EDITOR’S NOTE: All the credit card offers mentioned in this article are expired and are no longer available Your credit score is […]
Top 10 Cities to be a Renter When You Want to Improve Your Credit
Between April 2015 and April 2016, rent prices increased by 2.8% nationwide and according to Zillow, the median monthly rent price comes in at a cool $1,403. As long as rental housing remains in high demand, your credit score might make or break your ability to land a place. When you have a lower credit […]
