Personal Finance Blog

Close up of someone holding a phone with the Self app open on it and a cup of coffee on the table. What You Need to Know About Your Self Credit Builder Account
May 29, 2019
Here's what I've learned after working with customers, and what you need to know before signing up for Self. Read more.
man and woman on couch with moving boxesCredit Scores Needed for VA and FHA Loans
May 28, 2019
Certain programs are designed to lower the barrier of entry for home ownership, including VA and FHA loans. Here's what you need to know about their credit score requirements. Read more.
graduating cap on top of moneyGetting a Student Loan with Bad Credit
May 23, 2019
College is expensive, which is why many students may need to take out student loans. Read on for tips on how to get student loans with no credit or bad credit. Read more.
A woman sits at her kitchen table, looking forlornly at her computer.How To Protect Yourself From Financial Abuse
May 23, 2019
Financial abuse happens when an abuser takes control of someone’s economic livelihood. Learn how to protect against financial abuse and build health habits in your relationships. Read more.
How many new credit accounts you open is a major factor that impacts your credit score. 5 Best Secured Credit Cards
May 22, 2019
Credit card expert Jason Steele walks you through his picks for the 5 best secured credit cards for building your credit. Read more.
Young man standing on his balconyReporting Rent to the Credit Bureaus
May 21, 2019
Paying your rent on time is essential, but is reporting rent to the credit bureaus worth it? Continue on to learn if you should report your rent to the credit bureaus. Read more.
young man and woman meeting with a loan advisorCredit Builder Loan vs. Personal Loan - What's the Difference?
May 16, 2019
They might sound similar, but there are some key differences between credit builder loans and personal loans. Here's how to tell them apart, and how to decide which might be right for you. Read more.
group of young people taking a selfie5 Common Questions About Self (and Their Answers)
May 15, 2019
A credit builder loan isn’t new, but we're the first company to offer them online or via mobile app in all 50 states. Since we’ve changed the delivery model for this product, it raises a lot of questions, and I wanted to respond to some of them. Read more.