Credit

An image of a woman managing her small business from homeHow To Get A Loan With No Credit
December 19, 2018
If you need a loan, but have no credit history - don't worry. You have options. Here are seven tips for getting a loan when you have no credit. Read more.
An illustration of a hand removing a house from a man who is chasing after itHow Foreclosure Affects Your Credit
November 26, 2018
Foreclosure can have a significant, though not permanent, affect on your credit score. If you're struggling to keep up your mortgage payments, see other options before letting it get to foreclosure. Read more.
Image of an 18-year-old woman reviewing her new credit score on her mobile phoneHow To Establish Credit At 18
October 23, 2018
Your credit history will be important throughout your life. Only 18? It's not too soon to start building credit. Find the three best ways to get started here. Read more.
An illustration of a prepaid cardDo Prepaid Cards Build Credit?
October 1, 2018
Looking for easy and affordable ways to build credit? Unfortunately prepaid cards won't help. But you have alternatives, including secured cards and credit builder loans. Read more.
Do Medical Bills Affect Your Credit ScoreUnpaid Medical Bills Can Hurt Your Credit. Take Control.
September 14, 2018
Unpaid medical bills can go to collections and appear on your credit report. See what you can do to prevent medical debts from hurting your credit. Read more.
2 people at an interviewCan You Be Denied a Job Due to Bad Credit?
March 5, 2018
Unfortunately, companies have every right to deny you a job due to your poor credit history - in most states. Here are a few ways to get ahead of the potential problem. Read more.
Different credit cardsCan You Still Build Credit When Your Credit Is Frozen?
September 11, 2017
Credit freezes can carry a negative connotation. In reality, they exist as a way to protect you and your credit. Credit freezes not only secure against and manage the consequences of identity theft, they also have no impact whatsoever on your credit scores. Read more.
UK US credit scoresDoes Your US Credit Transfer to the UK?
July 1, 2017
Planning your move to the UK? Here's what you need to know about building credit on the British isles. Read more.