Housing Finance

How does mortgage interest work Self FinancialHow Does Mortgage Interest Work?
March 21, 2024
Curious about how mortgage interest works? Learn how it's calculated, how it affects your monthly payments, and the difference between fixed and variable rates. Read more.
What is a month-to-month apartment lease self financialWhat Is a Month-to-Month Lease on an Apartment?
February 14, 2024
Learn about month-to-month apartment leases, how they work, along with the benefits and drawbacks of these leases for renters. Read more.
How Credit History Affects Your Ability to Rent an ApartmentHow Credit History Affects Your Ability to Rent an Apartment
December 20, 2023
Your credit history (good, bad, or the lack thereof) can impact your life in many ways. And if you want to rent a new apartment, the details on your credit report could help determine whether a landlord approves or denies your application. Read more.
Questions Every Renter Should Ask When Leasing an ApartmentQuestions Every Renter Should Ask When Leasing an Apartment
November 20, 2023
A list of questions every renter should ask when hunting for a new apartment to help you know what to look out for and to protect yourself during this process. Read more.
Does Breaking a Lease Hurt Your Credit Header - 01Does Breaking a Lease Hurt Your Credit?
May 22, 2023
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.
How to Update Your Credit Report Quickly (Rapid Rescoring) Header - 01How to Update Your Credit Report Quickly (Rapid Rescoring)
March 26, 2023
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. Read more.
9 Best Rent Reporting Services in 2023 Header - 018 Best Rent Reporting Services in 2023
March 5, 2023
Rent reporting services, including Self, can help lift your credit score. See our top 8 picks to find the best option for you. Read more.
Does Paying Rent Build Credit Header - 01Does Paying Rent Build Credit?
January 12, 2023
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.