Housing Finance

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.
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.
rent-to-own-homes-with-bad-creditRent to Own A Home When You Have Bad Credit
April 21, 2022
Rent to own programs are one path to owning a home. But there are pros and cons, especially if you have bad credit. Find out more here so you can make an informed decision. Read more.
Rent to Income Ratio Header-01Rent to Income Ratio: How Much Should You Spend On Rent?
December 27, 2021
Properly calculating the rent to income ratio helps you better understand how much rent you can afford without breaking the bank. Read more.
how-long-does-an-eviction-stay-on-your-credit-report-heroHow Long Does an Eviction Stay on Your Record and Affect Your Credit?
September 17, 2021
Evictions can stay on your record for seven years, impacting credit and rental opportunities. Learn how to get them off your record. Read more.
How to remove foreclosure from your credit report Header-01How to Remove a Foreclosure from Your Credit Reports
July 6, 2021
If an inaccurate foreclosure appears on your credit reports, it can really hurt your credit score. Fortunately, there are a few ways you can dispute it. Read this article to learn how. Read more.
00 Apartments-M3F16HCities With the Biggest Increase in Rental Prices the Past Decade
October 13, 2020
Here are the cities with the biggest increase in rental prices in the last decade. Read more.