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student-loans-on-creditDo Student Loans Affect Your Credit Score?
March 25, 2022
Wondering how student loans impact your credit score? Discover how payments, balances, and repayment plans can influence your credit health over time. Read more.
Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) Fees Header - 01Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) Fees: What They Are and How to Avoid Them
March 23, 2022
An NSF fee, also known as an insufficient funds fee, is a common bank fee that often catches people by surprise. We'll explain how to avoid paying them. Read more.
Credit Report Dispute Form Header - 01FCRA Section 604 vs. 609: Which Supports Your Dispute Letter?
March 22, 2022
Sections 604 and 609 of the FCRA have similar numbers and refer to consumer reports and/or disclosures. Section 609 supports a dispute letter. Read more.
Bank balance negative - header 1The Causes and Costs of a Negative Bank Balance
March 22, 2022
Spending more money than you have in your bank account will leave you with a negative balance. Learn how to avoid a negative balance and next steps to take. Read more.
220725 RentToOwnWithBadCredit@72How Does Rent To Own Work With Bad Credit?
February 22, 2022
Before you enter into a rent-to-own agreement, it’s important to understand how the process works and consider the pros and cons of this type of arrangement. Read more.
220725 WhatisOverdraftProtection@72What Is Overdraft Protection?
February 22, 2022
If you ever are in the middle of a financial crisis and need quick capital, beware of loan scams. Here is how to check if a loan company is legitimate. Read more.
Can You Get a Credit Card at 16 Years Old HeroCan You Get a Credit Card at 16 Years Old?
February 22, 2022
Can you get a credit card at 16? Discover the options available and smart ways to start building credit as a teenager. Read more.
What-Is-a-Flex-Loan-and-Should-You-Consider-One-Header-01What Is a Flex Loan and Should You Consider One?
February 22, 2022
A flex loan is an unsecured line of credit that gives you easy access to cash. You get a preset amount of money you can borrow, which is like a credit limit. Read more.