Personal Finance Blog

How to Read A Credit ReportHow to Read a Credit Report
April 16, 2019
The first way to build your credit score is to take a good hard look at your credit report. Here's how to get started. Read more.
man and woman celebrating wedding in cityGetting a Wedding Loan With Bad Credit – Is It Worth the Cost?
April 10, 2019
If you’re planning a wedding and worried about how your credit could affect your financing options, read ahead for everything you need to know. Read more.
Young woman holding a puppy Financial Checklist for First Time Paw-Rents
April 5, 2019
Becoming a pet parent is a big deal! Prepare to bring your fur baby home with this financial checklist and shopping list for a 4-paw experience. Read more.
credit cards in a pileHow To Get a Credit Card Without a Social Security Number or ITIN
April 4, 2019
No Social Security number? Don't worry, there's a way you could still gain access to credit cards. Follow along to learn more. Read more.
Young woman pondering lifeWhat To Do When You Finished Your Self Credit Builder
April 3, 2019
Done with your first Self Credit Builder Account? Learn why and how you should keep building credit. Read more.
How to use a credit card wisely to build creditHow to Use a Credit Card Wisely to Build Credit
March 28, 2019
Learn how to use a credit card wisely to avoid debt and build up your credit score. Read more.
best-store-credit-cards-hero5 Best Store Credit Cards to Build Your Credit
March 27, 2019
Looking to build credit? Check out our top 5 store credit cards that can help lift your score while offering perks and rewards. Read more.
Couple smiling looking at computerEverything You Need to Know about Your Credit Score and Self
March 27, 2019
Working at Self we get a lot of questions about how exactly our product helps people build credit. We wanted to take a moment to peel back the curtain, dig a little deeper and help give you a better understanding of how it all works. Read more.