Credit

Bad credit could lead you to being denied. What is a subprime credit score?
July 14, 2020
Learn what subprime credit means, and what you can do about it. Read more.
Destney J. built her credit from scratch with Self. Building Credit From Scratch with College Student Destney J.
July 9, 2020
Have trouble gaining access to credit for the first time? You're not alone. Learn how Destney overcame that same problem and worked her way to good credit. Read more.
Guy carrying a bag of money with a 500 credit score. How to Get Personal Loans with Bad Credit
June 30, 2020
Is a bad credit loan idea? And can you get one if you have a 500 credit score? Here's everything you need to know about personal loans if you have bad credit. Read more.
Self logo on road backgroundFrom Financial Rut to Financial Coach: The Story of Jernessa and Her Credit
June 16, 2020
Just a few years ago, Jernessa's finances were in trouble. Witness how she turned her life around, and now helps others do the same. Read more.
Sharita Humphrey is a Certified Financial Education Instructor based in Houston, TX. Sharita Humphrey: From Homeless to Homeowner
June 9, 2020
If Sharita could turn her financial life around, so can you. Learn how she transformed her finances and credit here. Read more.
Client and credit counselor sit across from each other at a desk. Credit Counseling: What is it and how does it work?
May 26, 2020
If you're struggling financially or want to be proactive about your money, it's time to think about credit counseling, starting with this guide... Read more.
Man and woman reviewing documents and smiling.Buying a House with No Credit
May 1, 2020
Without credit, buying a home could be much more difficult, but it's still possible. Here are some options for buying a home with little or no credit. Read more.
A colorful illustration of a credit score range arch with apartment buildings in the foreground.Renting an Apartment with a 500 Credit Score
April 28, 2020
Looking to rent an apartment with a 500 credit score? Explore options and strategies to help secure a rental, even with low credit. Read more.