Millions of Americans – maybe even you – are classified as “credit invisible” but that doesn’t mean they are not worthy of receiving credit. The reality is that they have a history of paying their bills on time, and that includes what is probably their largest monthly expense – rent.…

Do you want to rent a better apartment? Do you want to get a better cell phone plan? Do you want to be billed for your utilities rather than prepaying? To be able to make the best choices in your life, it helps to have access to better financial products.…

So you need some cash, and you need it quick. Should you take a cash advance from your credit card? The process seems easy enough, but that may be part of the problem. Getting fast cash with a cash advance might seem attractive, but you’ll pay out the nose if you use this…

What You Need to Know to Find Rental Insurance at an Affordable Price More people are moving to cities and just about every apartment building now requires you to have renters insurance. With the growing popularity of renting, I did the research to determine which companies are the best for…

Do You Know Your Grace Period? When the time comes to pay back your student loans, there’s a lot to consider – like your grace period. And the grace period differs, as it’s based on the various loans you may have. So, where to start? First, you need to know…

With interest rates hovering near all-time lows, we see commercials and ads for home refinancing all the time. By choosing a new loan with a lower interest rate and better terms, the experts say, you can lock in a lower monthly mortgage payment, extend or reduce your loan’s term, and pay less in…

For better or worse, your credit score is one of the most important numbers in your life. Lenders use that score to determine if you’re a good credit risk, if they’ll give you a loan, and how much they’ll charge you for all kinds of loans.  If you are a…

Establishing a positive credit history now can be beneficial down the road when you want to qualify for an auto loan or a mortgage. This may be especially true if you’re in college or have recently graduated, and are thinking about big purchases. Start Slow Good credit takes time to…

Improving your credit score takes time, effort, and a plan. There is no quick fix, but with financially responsible behavior, you can improve your credit score. But let’s not confuse improving your credit score with credit repair. In fact, when it comes to credit repair companies, it’s buyer beware. According…

Your credit history is important to you and a lot of other people – banks, prospective employers, utility companies, credit card companies, and mortgage lenders to name a few. Why? Simply put, your credit history provides these and other people a look at how you manage financial responsibilities – and…