Establishing Credit

DES-475Why Building Credit Is Important for the LGBTQ+ Community
August 9, 2023
Building credit is one of the top financial priorities amongst the LGBTQ community. Credit may be even more crucial to this group because major life events, like transitioning and IVF require credit if you cannot pay out of pocket. Read more.
DES-449-2How to Manage Your Money in the Gig Economy
August 4, 2023
When your income goes up and down every month, it might feel like a nearly impossible task to stick to a budget. Here are some pointers on how to budget when you have multiple streams of income. Read more.
How to Get Approved for a Car LoanHow to Get Approved for a Car Loan
July 24, 2023
Find out how to get approved for a car loan if you're buying a new or used car on finance, and put yourself in a better position to qualify for an auto loan. Read more.
Trading in a Car with a LoanTrading in a Car with a Loan
July 14, 2023
If you're considering trading in a car with a loan balance still outstanding, here's what you need to know first to make sure you protect your finances and credit. Read more.
DES-336 3Credit Card Terminology: An A-to-Z Guide
May 8, 2023
If terms like "grace period," "authorized user" and "variable interest rate" sound like another language to you, you’re not alone. These terms can be confusing to anyone. That's why we put together this A-to-Z guide for you. Read more.
Hassan blogFrom College to Covid: Meet Hassan Thomas
May 2, 2023
Author and founder of FYI FLI (For Your Information: Financial Literacy & Investing), Hassan Thomas shares how he went from college to Covid to helping young people build healthier relationships with money. Read more.
Can You Pay Rent With a Credit Card Header - 01Can You Pay Rent With a Credit Card?
April 3, 2023
Can rent be paid with a credit card? Learn the benefits, drawbacks, and what to consider before using credit for rent payments. Read more.
How to Rebuild Your Credit 8 Effective Strategies Header - 01How to Rebuild Your Credit: 8 Effective Strategies
March 28, 2023
Ways to rebuild credit include: keeping your credit utilization ratio low, using a secured credit card, and becoming an authorized user. Get started right away. Read more.