DIY Credit Repair: 11 Steps to Help Fix Your Credit

Piggybacking credit is a strategy that allows you to become an authorized user on someone’s credit card and “piggyback” on their established credit history. Read more.

Evictions do not show up on credit reports. Here is everything to know about how they affect your credit score and how long they stay on your records. Read more.

A credit sweep may sound tempting, but there is nothing credit repair companies can do to fix your credit that you can’t fix on your own — here’s how. Read more.

Rent to own programs are one path to owning a home. But there are pros and cons, especially if you have bad credit. Find out more here so you can make an informed decision. Read more.

APR is the amount of interest you owe, while APY is the amount of interest you earn. We'll explain the key differences and how they are used and calculated. Read more.

This article will show you a credit report example, so you know what to look for and understand the information presented there. Read more.

If you’ve been hit with one of these bank fees, you’re not alone. We explain what each charge is and provide tips to help you avoid paying these charges again. Read more.

Credit locks and credit freezes are ways to restrict and secure your credit report, but there are advantages, disadvantages and differences to using each. Read more.