You may know that lenders often “pull your credit” when considering you as an applicant. But did you know that there are two types of credit inquiries — a soft credit inquiry and a hard credit inquiry? …
When was the last time you saw a teenager pull out their checkbook? Youth of the 21st century may not be familiar with writing checks or balancing a ledger, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t ready and willing to learn how to manage money. In fact, if parents can make the time, there’s nothing wrong with teaching kids about finances as soon as they start taking math in school. …
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Are you afraid of falling behind on a credit card payment? If so, you’re not alone. …
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For millions of renters in the U.S., homeownership is financially out of reach. One of the main reasons: Their credit scores are far too low. …
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After finishing your income tax return and then after getting over the shock of how much you owe the federal government, your next thought could be: How am I going to pay my taxes? …
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It’s crucial to start thinking about how to help kids build credit early on in their lives. …
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There’s a lot to keep you busy during college — exams, working to pay for school, parties. But without a doubt, it is one of the best times to start thinking about your credit. If you want a leg up on your finances later in life, start to build credit as a college student. …
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What’s the upside of a low credit score? Begin able to use a secured credit card, like the primor credit card, as a tool to build your credit. …
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We’ve all got to start somewhere. At one point in our lives, we had absolutely no credit history. The credit slate was clean. …
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For young adults in America, many who have no credit score, trying to get a credit card can be frustrating. …
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