Personal Finance Blog

Different credit cardsCan You Still Build Credit When Your Credit Is Frozen?
September 11, 2017
Credit freezes can carry a negative connotation. In reality, they exist as a way to protect you and your credit. Credit freezes not only secure against and manage the consequences of identity theft, they also have no impact whatsoever on your credit scores. Read more.
UC Berkeley student wins 2017 self lender scholarshipUC Berkeley student wins 2017 Self scholarship
August 9, 2017
Self announces 2017 scholarship winner. Read more.
UK US credit scoresDoes Your US Credit Transfer to the UK?
July 1, 2017
Planning your move to the UK? Here's what you need to know about building credit on the British isles. Read more.
Self logo on blue background.50 Photos In 50 Weeks — A Year At Self
December 24, 2016
50 photos in 50 weeks — a year at Self in 2016 Read more.
Ten companies that can help improve your financial healthNine companies that can help improve your financial health
December 8, 2016
Going it alone is hard, especially when it comes to finances. From saving to investing, here are a few of the best resources to help your financial health. Read more.
What you need to know about credit card rental insuranceWhat you need to know about credit card rental insurance
December 5, 2016
Here’s everything you need to know about credit card rental insurance, so your next vacation or business trip can proceed worry-free. Read more.
Should everything be split 50/50 in relationships?Should Everything Be Split 50/50 In Relationships?
November 19, 2016
Splitting bills down the middle can seem like an attractive option when you want to keep things 'equal,' but is it the best option for your relationship? Read more.
How prison can destroy your credit score and what to do about itHow Time in Jail or Prison Can Affect Your Credit
October 17, 2016
A prison term isn’t reported on your credit, so incarceration won't affect your credit score, right? Wrong. Here are a few reasons that may cause a credit score to drop in prison. Read more.