Financial decisions like purchasing a cell phone or applying to rent an apartment or house will require you to have your credit score in good standing. A low credit score can also allow lenders to charge you a higher upfront cost or pay more money because you aren’t considered creditworthy.
by Matin VarshochiPurchasing a home is a big financial step. One of the most common words you will hear throughout your house buying process is pre-qualification and pre-approval. It's essential to know what these two terms mean when buying a home.
by Sha'Kreshia TerrellIn the world of credit, there are several traps that can keep you from achieving a high score. Here are four credit traps to avoid or minimize in order to achieve and maintain a high credit score. Knowing what traps to avoid will prevent mistakes that will lower your credit score.
by Nailah HerbertOne way to prevent credit card fraud is to place a free credit freeze on your credit report. With a freeze, new credit applications will automatically be declined because lenders will not be able to pull your report.
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