What Is A Credit Report?

Even if you have heard of a credit report, you may not know exactly what it is. If so, this credit report article is for you. Learning about your credit report is important in any campaign to eliminate credit card debt and obtain a good credit status. So, you should... Read More

Free Credit Reports Now Available From the FTC

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has set up a new website (www.AnnualCreditReport.com) where US residents can obtain free copies of their credit reports from the three major credit report bureaus (Equifax, TransUnion and Experian). The FTC site was set up as part of the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act... Read More

How to Order the Right Credit Reports to Repair Your Own Credit

In this week's article, I am going to offer some tips and insight regarding how to order the right credit reports needed to repair your credit.Believe it or not, a majority of the credit reports offered on the internet don't have the required information (File Number, Confirmation number, or Report... Read More

Credit Cards For People With Bad Credit Scores

Sometimes life lands you in a situation that causes your credit to suffer. A job loss or illness can send your credit rating south leaving you with nothing to do about it. Some creditors may let you slide a month or two, but your records will still show a delinquency.... Read More

Credit Help for Real Estate Financing: Credit Scores

When you buy real estate, lenders run all of the "big three" credit bureau reports. Each credit reporting agency lists your credit history as supplied to them by the individual lenders and includes governmental records. Each report assigns a credit score number to you. The credit scores reflect your theoretical... Read More

Which Credit Card?

Bewildered by the sheer variety of debit cards and credit cards? Here is a breakdown of some of the main types of debit and credit cards available:Debit cardYou can use a debit card to buy goods and services. A debit card is very much like a cheque, unlike a credit... Read More

How To Use Your Credit Cards Wisely

Are you one of the thousands pulling your hair out trying to figure out how you're going to pay your credit card bills? Using your credit cards wisely and sensibly will help you avoid financial problems and establish a strong credit rating, so here's some information to help you get... Read More

My Student Credit Card Adventure

And some practical advice too!My first credit card?I remember my college days when it seemed there was a credit card advertisement on practically every bulletin board on campus. The banks would travel to the college and set up application booths on registration day. Hundreds of students would apply for a... Read More

Consolidating Credit Cards

Credit card consolidation is a popular solution for those with significant credit card debt, usually distributed on three or four different cards. Basically, this means putting all your debts together on a single card, like transferring it all to one loan. Of course, the goal is to pick a card... Read More

Getting Married? What Are The Finance and Credit Implications?

There is a big difference between looking after your own finances while living alone, or with parents, and living with a partner. The transition can be very difficult, especially if both partners are strongly independent, or one partner is financially weak and the other strong. In fact, it is an... Read More

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Free Credit Report ? Watch Out for Scams

Many people may still not be aware of an amendment... Read More

Different Ways to Borrow Money

There are many different ways to borrow money. Outlined below... Read More

Low Interest Credit Cards Have Many Advantages

When credit cards are used wisely they can be very... Read More

Finding Reputable Credit Card Companies

You're interested in getting the best credit cards for your... Read More

Simplifying Your Search For a New Credit Card

Today, selecting the proper credit card can be a bit... Read More

Credit Cards - Why Prepay?

With prepaid credit cards, you get the practicality of plastic... Read More

Credit Score - Reporting Your Financial Health

Credit score is one of the most basic, determining factor... Read More

Beware of Bogus Credit Repair Companies!

So-called "credit repair" companies claim they can remove negative information... Read More

Credit Trap: What They Dont Tell You About Credit Cards In College

In industrialized nations, going into debt starts early. It's easy... Read More

Establishing Credit ? What You Need To Know Part 2

In my previous article "Establishing Credit ? What You Need... Read More

What You Didnt Know About Your Credit Card Numbers

Have you ever really looked at your credit card and... Read More

4 Steps You Can Take If Your Online Credit Card Application Has Been Refused

Help! I've Been Turned DownYou received an envelope in the... Read More

Credit Counseling: Could it Work for Me?

In the face of financial hardship, many seeking a responsible... Read More

Big Brother Knows Whats in Your Credit Report - How About You?

Whether you are aware of it or not, credit bureaus... Read More

Credit Card Entrapment - The Secrets are Out

Have you ever wondered why your credit card bill is... Read More

The Credit Card Surprise That You Need to Look Out For

Companies that issue credit cards want to make a profit.... Read More

Good Credit Is a Necessity for Everyday Living

Most of us want a good credit report to obtain... Read More

Good Credit is King, When Qualifying for Mortgage Programs

If you want to purchase a new home or refinance... Read More

Like It Or Not, You Have A Score To Settle! Part 1

Just when most people finish with school and can stop... Read More

Know Your Credit Card Rights

When you apply for a credit card, the application that... Read More

Understanding Your Credit Score

When you apply for credit one of the first things... Read More

Dont Dig Your Own Pit

If you want to enjoy your life out of spending,... Read More

Minimum Credit Card Payments to Rise

For years, major credit card companies have allowed cardholders to... Read More

10 Signs You May Need Credit Counseling

Debt management programs can be of real help for people... Read More

Restore Your Credit Rating And Reduce Your Debts

Your credit rating affects many areas of your life. Opening... Read More

Avoiding College Credit Card Traps

Congratulations college freshman! You're about to embark on one of... Read More

Rate Tarts Losing Ability to Cherry Pick

A "rate tart" is someone who switches from one zero... Read More

Credit Cards - The Basics

How Lenders Operate ? And How They'll Make a Tidy... Read More

Learn About Prepaid Credit Card

Prepaid credit cards also called stored value card can be... Read More

Watch Out For Credit Repairs

It is very easy to find a site that is... Read More

Credit Scores and Loan Applications

Keep Your Credit History Clean - Remove A Negative Credit... Read More

Good Credit -- Essential for the Prospective Home Buyer

Credit is a funny thing. It can be a useful... Read More

Credit Cards: Pros and Cons

Sure, there are a lot of problems with credit cards,... Read More