Credit

Close up of someone holding a phone with the Self app open on it and a cup of coffee on the table. What You Need to Know About Your Self Credit Builder Account
May 29, 2019
Here's what I've learned after working with customers, and what you need to know before signing up for Self. Read more.
man and woman on couch with moving boxesCredit Scores Needed for VA and FHA Loans
May 28, 2019
Certain programs are designed to lower the barrier of entry for home ownership, including VA and FHA loans. Here's what you need to know about their credit score requirements. Read more.
How many new credit accounts you open is a major factor that impacts your credit score. 5 Best Secured Credit Cards
May 22, 2019
Credit card expert Jason Steele walks you through his picks for the 5 best secured credit cards for building your credit. Read more.
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.
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.
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.
Woman looking at credit score at computerEverything You Need to Know About Credit Inquiries
April 30, 2019
Learn what the different types of credit inquiries mean and the impact they could have on your credit score. Read more.