How To Build Credit When You’re Just Starting Out: Part 1
If you’re new to the world of credit, then you probably know it isn’t easy to establish good credit. Getting lenders to trust you can be a challenge as they want proof that you’re trustworthy. It’s really a catch-22 because
Ways To Be A Successful Credit Card Owner – Part 2
In Part 1 on how to be a successful credit card owner, we covered the importance of using credit cards like cash and making automatic payments. Now, let’s check out two more great ways to ensure that you are a
2 Sure Fire Ways To Be A Successful Credit Card Owner – Part 1
When people get credit cards, they usually have the best intentions in mind. They plan on being responsible and trustworthy, but a few small missteps can lead them on a downhill spiral. In order to help you be a successful
Here’s What You Need To Know About Your Credit Score Before Applying For A Job
Who knew that getting hired for a new position could all come down to your credit history? It’s true. In several states, it’s perfectly legal for employers to pull your credit history during the hiring process. In their opinion, it
How Employers Can Use Your Credit History During the Hiring Process
In the US, many employers have the right to look over your credit report before hiring you. Some say it’s justified for “trust” purposes. Others say it’s unfair to minorities or to those who are low income. The good news
5 Different Companies To Pull Your Credit Score From
It’s important to know that there are different places to pull your credit score from. It’s up to the lender which one they use, but the one most largely used is the FICO score. Keep note that different places offer
Everyday Things in Your Life That Your Credit Score Can Affect
It’s pretty common knowledge that your credit score will affect your ability to get a loan, but there are some everyday living factors that your credit score can affect too. For instance: Insurance rates: Believe it or not, the amount
Why You Should Begin Maintaining a Good Credit Score
If you’ve let your credit score hit the dumps, there are some areas in your life that it may affect. Most people already know that poor credit makes it tougher to get an installment loan or mortgage. But, there are
Benefits of Keeping a Clean Credit History
Keeping a clean credit history makes life a whole lot easier. Whether you’re trying to get a car, apartment, job or loan sooner or later someone will use your credit history to judge you. But let’s focus on how your
Trying To Avoid Getting A Title Loan? Here Are 4 Less Expensive Options
Before you go knocking on a title loan lender’s door, consider other options for your short cash needs. Even if you think you’ve exhausted all conventional lending resources, there still may be other options you haven’t tapped into yet. Try
