Personal Finance Blog

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.
Group of people wearing bright colors with laptops and tablets on a bench. Self Joins FDX, Promotes Secure Industry Standard for Consumer Access to Financial Records
May 14, 2019
Self joins FDX to promote consumer access to financial records. Read more.
young people looking at a cell phoneWhy Dave Ramsey Doesn’t Work for Everyone
May 9, 2019
If you tried and failed with Dave Ramsey, don't be too hard on yourself. Personal finance is personal, after all. Let’s look at some of the best parts of Dave Ramsey’s money strategies, where they make sense and who might want to follow a different path. Read more.
credit historyCredit Repair vs. Credit Building: What's The Difference
May 8, 2019
Here’s what to know about the differences between credit building and credit repair, and how to ensure you make the right moves to improve your credit. Read more.
Two hands holding a credit card at a computerHow Closed Accounts Affect Your Credit Report
May 2, 2019
Closing a credit card account or loan account is a complex decision. Before you close any account, make sure to understand how it will influence your credit score going forward. Here’s a rundown to help you out. Read more.
young couple outside laughingBudgeting for Newlyweds and Printables to Help Manage Your Joint Finances
May 2, 2019
Married life means big changes to your budget. These budgeting printables for newlyweds will help you manage your joint finances and build a future you love. Read more.
young man and woman at a computerWhat’s a Certificate of Deposit? And What it Means at Self
May 1, 2019
If you're looking for information on how a certificate of deposit works, you've come to the right place. Read on for more details on the CD account meaning. Read more.