How to Update Your Credit Report Quickly (Rapid Rescoring)
January 14, 2026
If you’re applying for a time-sensitive loan, a lender may be able to use a rapid rescore to update your credit report quickly to show recent positive changes.
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Does Breaking a Lease Hurt Your Credit?November 20, 2025
If you satisfy the terms of your lease, breaking it won’t affect your credit unless unpaid rent is reported to the credit bureaus or sent to collections. Read more.
Do Evictions Show Up On Credit Reports?November 17, 2025
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.
Does Paying Rent Build Credit?November 8, 2025
Does paying rent build credit? For most, simply paying your monthly rent won’t help build credit, but there are ways to use this bill to your advantage. Read more.
How Much Rent Can I Afford?September 16, 2025
Wondering how much rent you can afford? Learn to calculate it using budgeting rules like the 30% rule and the 50/30/20 method. Read more.
Loan-to-Value Explained and How to Calculate ItSeptember 2, 2025
Learn what a loan-to-value (LTV) ratio is, how to calculate it, and how it affects mortgages, refinancing, auto loans, and home equity applications. Read more.
Rent vs. Lease: What's the Difference?August 17, 2025
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.
FHA vs. Conventional Loans for MortgagesAugust 14, 2025
Exploring how to finance your home? This post breaks down the key differences between FHA and conventional loans to help you choose the right option. Read more.
HELOC Questions and AnswersJuly 29, 2025
A home equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your home’s equity. Learn how it works, what it can cost, and whether it could meet your borrowing needs. Read more.
