CapWay invited Brandyn to speak on the Culture Meets Money show to share her debt payoff journey and how others can avoid the many holiday season financial traps.

A goodwill letter usually asks creditors to overlook the past due bill and accept your payment as if it had been received on time. The end result is left up to the creditor to decide whether or not to erase any negative marks on your credit report.

To attract new customers, credit card companies frequently advertise generous welcome bonuses. These welcome bonuses can quickly add up to many miles, points, and cash-back offers. Some people try to maximize their rewards by applying for multiple cards simultaneously. This process is known as credit card churning.

Payday loans have been around since the early 1930s. However, payday loans have become increasingly popular, especially among Generation Z. But despite their popularity, it’s important to note that payday loans have high-interest rates that could lead borrowers into debt.

The Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) service is a new payment method that has become increasingly popular. Despite BNPL becoming more widespread amongst the younger generation, this program carries significant financial risks if the money isn’t paid back on time.

We all need a place to call home. But rent prices, like most everything, seem to be rising ever higher. Here's how to know if your rent is not just high, but too high for you.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people were laid off from their jobs causing their expenses to become unaffordable. Many people were unable to purchase some necessities and desired products outright, which caused them to turn to the buy now, pay later (BNPL) program.

Credit cards, debit cards and prepaid debit cards can all be used to make purchases.  The best best choice for you depends on your spending goals and what you want to get out of the card.

Appreciating and depreciating assets both serve an important role in your financial portfolio. Knowing the difference between the two and how to use each one to its greatest effect can maximize their value as you build your wealth.

One of the simplest ways to secure financing is through a line of credit.  The application process for lines of credit tends to be quicker and less involved than for other types of financing such as business loans, personal loans or mortgages.

Authorized users, like cosigners, should be carefully considered before adding them to a credit card account. If not, it can be a costly mistake and will likely ruin your credit score.