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Credit Lock vs. Credit Freeze Differences and Uses Explained - header 1Credit Lock vs. Credit Freeze: Differences and Uses Explained
April 5, 2022
Credit locks and credit freezes are ways to restrict and secure your credit report, but there are advantages, disadvantages and differences to using each. Read more.
ITIN vs. SSN Header - 01ITIN vs. SSN: What Are The Differences?
March 31, 2022
ITIN's are issued to residents with foreign status, while SSNs are issued to U.S. citizens or authorized non-citizens. We'll explain the differences. Read more.
student-loans-on-creditDo Student Loans Affect Your Credit Score?
March 25, 2022
Wondering how student loans impact your credit score? Discover how payments, balances, and repayment plans can influence your credit health over time. Read more.
Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) Fees Header - 01Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) Fees: What They Are and How to Avoid Them
March 23, 2022
An NSF fee, also known as an insufficient funds fee, is a common bank fee that often catches people by surprise. We'll explain how to avoid paying them. Read more.
Credit Report Dispute Form Header - 01FCRA Section 604 vs. 609: Which Supports Your Dispute Letter?
March 22, 2022
Sections 604 and 609 of the FCRA have similar numbers and refer to consumer reports and/or disclosures. Section 609 supports a dispute letter. Read more.
Bank balance negative - header 1The Causes and Costs of a Negative Bank Balance
March 22, 2022
Spending more money than you have in your bank account will leave you with a negative balance. Learn how to avoid a negative balance and next steps to take. Read more.
220725 DoesOverdrafttAffectCreditScore@72Does Overdraft Protection Affect Credit Score?
February 22, 2022
If you ever are in the middle of a financial crisis and need quick capital, beware of loan scams. Here is how to check if a loan company is legitimate. Read more.
220725 WhatisOverdraftProtection@72What Is Overdraft Protection?
February 22, 2022
If you ever are in the middle of a financial crisis and need quick capital, beware of loan scams. Here is how to check if a loan company is legitimate. Read more.