Author and founder of FYI FLI (For Your Information: Financial Literacy & Investing), Hassan Thomas shares how he went from college to Covid to helping young people build healthier relationships with money. Read more.

Does paying off loans early hurt your credit? It depends on your credit and financial history. Learn key factors to consider before paying off your loan. Read more.

You don’t receive a credit score until you establish credit history. Then, your score will be unique to you. Learn more about starting credit scores here. Read more.

A utility bill is a monthly statement for essential services such as electricity, water, and gas. Learn what’s included, how they work, and tips to save money. Read more.

Can rent be paid with a credit card? Learn the benefits, drawbacks, and what to consider before using credit for rent payments. Read more.

VantageScore® and FICO® are both credit scoring models but have some key differences. Read on to learn how the two compare and impact your credit score. Read more.

Ways to rebuild credit include: keeping your credit utilization ratio low, using a secured credit card, and becoming an authorized user. Get started right away. Read more.

If you’re applying for a time-sensitive loan, a lender may be able to use a rapid rescore to update your credit report quickly to show recent positive changes. Read more.