Meet Dr. Brittany Greene, Self’s New Head of Community

Learn how no-credit-check loans work, the options available, and the risks to consider before applying. Read more.

Can paying rent build credit? Discover how rent reporting to credit bureaus works and how to use it to lift your credit score. Read more.

Discover effective ways to build credit and lift your score. Learn how credit is calculated and how long it takes to see results. Read more.

Bad credit can make getting a mobile phone harder. Explore your options for getting a cell phone with no credit check required. Read more.

Learn the key differences between renting and leasing. Renting offers month-to-month flexibility, while leasing provides fixed terms of six months or more Read more.

The length of your credit history plays a key role in your credit score. Learn why it matters, how it’s calculated, and what you can do to improve it. Read more.

The NCUA and the FDIC both provide insurance for deposits at financial institutions, but how do they work and what sets them apart? Read more.

Is a 690 credit score good? Find out what it means and how it can affect your chances of qualifying for loans, credit cards, and more. Read more.