by Brian Action | Oct 19, 2021 | Articles, Credit 101
When you’re looking for a new job, you probably already know you need to polish your resume, practice your interview skills and put together a list of positive references. But there’s something else that might affect your ability to get hired: your credit. Many... 
by Kristin Austin | Oct 14, 2021 | Articles, Credit 101
You may not know it, but business credit isn’t just for small business owners and those who work for larger corporations. In fact, if you are self-employed, doing business under your own name or have a side hustle going that earns you extra money, business credit can... 
by Kristin Austin | Oct 4, 2021 | Articles, Credit 101, Featured Articles
Credit card debt is on the rise again after a brief period of decline during the COVID-19 lockdowns, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in its latest semi-annual report. As Americans begin to use plastic to fund more and more purchases, you may... 
by Brian Action | Sep 26, 2021 | Articles, Credit 101, Featured Articles
Even if you’re very diligent about always paying your bills on time, mistakes can happen. When it comes to credit card late fees, those mistakes can be costly. Credit card issuers can charge customers up to $29 for their first late payment and up to $40 for subsequent... 
by Kristin Austin | Sep 3, 2021 | Articles, Credit 101, Featured Articles
Creating an emergency response plan for your finances is key to saving your credit during times of flux, such as an extended period of evacuation due to a natural disaster. Americans from coast to coast have spent the summer dealing with an unusually intense round of... 
by Brian Action | Jun 28, 2021 | Articles, Credit 101
Traditionally, anyone who applies for a credit card must undergo a credit check to get approved. The credit card issuer pulls the applicant’s credit report and credit score to determine whether to approve them for a card. But this process locks out many individuals...
