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Easy Approval Credit Cards

Kat Tretina August 29, 2018 • 4 Minute Read
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There’s no such thing as a good instant-approval credit card. Most of the credit cards that claim they accept anyone and everyone with no thought to your credit and financial situation don’t mention that they charge sky-high interest rates and fees for the privilege.
Best Personal Loans for Debt Consolidation

Holly Johnson August 23, 2018 • 4 Minute Read
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If you want to get out of debt this year and know a personal loan could help, it’s smart to compare loan companies to see what they can offer. Read on to learn about the services that offer personal loans with low rates and could help you save money on interest, pay down debt faster, and simplify your financial life.
Which Credit Cards are Best for Building Credit?

Holly Johnson August 22, 2018 • 5 Minute Read
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Building credit can be difficult when you’re first starting out, and it may even seem impossible. It’s not always easy to find a bank willing to give you a credit card or line of credit when you don’t have a credit history, after all. If you're not sure where to start, a secure card might be best.
What Is the Best Capital One Credit Card?

Kat Tretina August 20, 2018 • 4 Minute Read
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Whether you’re looking at Capital One or any other issuer, the perfect card for you will depend a lot on your credit and your feature preferences. To help you pick the right one, we’ll cover the top Capital One credit cards and who they’re good for.
How Do I Get My Free Annual Credit Report?

Holly Johnson August 16, 2018 • 5 Minute Read
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If the information in your credit report is negative or incorrect, this could spell disaster for your credit score and your ability to qualify for loans or other forms of credit. Checking your credit report, you are able to monitor your credit for signs of identity theft or fraud.
How to Get an Apartment With Bad Credit

Kat Tretina August 14, 2018 • 3 Minute Read
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Most landlords have strict credit and income requirements. If you fall short of their guidelines, they won’t approve you for a lease. However, there are ways to secure a home. Check out these 6 strategies to get around credit requirements.
Why College Students Should Have a Credit Card

Kat Tretina August 10, 2018 • 3 Minute Read
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When you’re in school, going without a credit card can be risky. If you’re thinking about getting a student credit card, here’s what you need to know about the benefits.
Understanding Alternative Credit Scoring

Ashley Dull August 8, 2018 • 5 Minute Read
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In an effort to reach the millions of consumers without a credit score, alternative credit scoring models are being developed that incorporate non-traditional data into their algorithms. While many of these models are operated by smaller companies, major scoring agencies, FICO and VantageScore, are also working on ways to expand access to alternative scoring models.
6 Fees That Can Wreck Your Budget

Kat Tretina August 2, 2018 • 4 Minute Read
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“Little” fees, such as overdraft fees or credit card annual fees, might seem insignificant. But over time, they can cause you to lose hundreds of dollars. Check out six of the worst fees and what you can do to avoid them.