Leasing a car does help build your credit and can be a good option to raise your credit score. Read on to learn more about how car leases affect your credit. Read more.

The COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath reshaped many aspects of life in the U.S., and how Americans eat and drink is no exception. Read more.

If a credit card company files a court order and secures a judgment against you, then they can garnish your wages. We'll explain how wage garnishment works. Read more.

It’s important to know how to deal with debt collectors when they contact you, what your rights are, and what to do if you can’t pay your debt right away. Read more.

Building credit can take up to six months after an active account is opened. We'll explain the six ways to build credit without a credit card. Read more.

When you stop making credit card payments, several things can happen. Late fees, interest accumulation, or your credit score can drop significantly. Read more.

Sinking funds are far more positive than they sound—and they allow for an easy way to budget in expected, high-cost items such as home and car repairs. Read more.

Convenience fees on your credit card can pop up unexpectedly and add up over time — here’s how to avoid paying all types of convenience fees. Read more.