Credit and Debt
In the credit scoring world, two credit scoring platforms dominate the market. FICO is the most commonly used brand of…
When it comes to credit cards, your best bet is always to pay your balance in full every month. Unfortunately,…
Paying down debt can often seem daunting, insurmountable, and sometimes entirely defeating. Yet the need for Americans to get control…
Overwhelming medical debt is the No. 1 reason Americans file for bankruptcy. In fact, according to a study out of…
Once a month, industry expert John Ulzheimer answers your credit questions, curiosities, and conundrums. Q: Instead of opening a new…
Is there such a thing as good debt? The answer to that question depends on whom you ask. By and…
Believe it or not, neither the amount of money you earn nor how much you have in the bank or…
When you’re carrying a lot of high-interest debt, it’s hard to imagine how another credit card can possibly help your…
Even the best bad credit loans come with higher than average interest rates. With research, you can find a bad…
Two recent credit announcements are attracting the attention of consumers and financial institutions alike. That’s because for many years, your…
If your credit isn’t great because you owe too much money, taking out a personal loan to consolidate your debt could…
It’s January 11, 2019 – the first day paychecks will not arrive for some federal workers due to the government…
The holidays may be fun while they last, but the overall financial impact of the season tends to linger in…
Looking to raise your credit score - and fast? While great credit takes time to build, there are a few…
Having multiple credit cards won’t necessarily hurt your credit score, it can sometimes help. But if you have more cards…
If there are two truths about credit scoring, it’s that paying your bills on time is a must, and there’s…
If you\'re in debt, you\'ve got company -- most Americans spend more than they earn. But if you\'ve had enough,…
Shopping around to make sure you find the best deal on a loan is financially smart. Getting the best interest…
