Establishing Credit

The Difference Between Debit and Credit Cards Header - 01The Difference Between Debit and Credit Cards
February 9, 2022
Learn the key differences between debit and credit cards, how they work, and which option is best for your financial needs. Read more.
How long do pending transactions take header 1How Long Do Pending Transactions Take To Post
January 27, 2022
We’ll explain what pending transactions are, how long pending transactions take to post, and how to cancel a pending transaction. Read more.
What Is a Credit Privacy Number (CPN) and Is It Legal Header - 01What Is a Credit Privacy Number (CPN) and Is It Legal?
January 13, 2022
Getting a credit privacy number, or CPN, may seem like the only option, but it’s often a scam. Explore other alternatives to rebuild credit. Read more.
What is Available Credit and How Does It Differ From Credit Limit Asset 1What is Available Credit and How Does It Differ From Credit Limit?
January 12, 2022
Available credit is the difference between your credit limit and balance, affecting credit utilization and your score. Here's how to manage it. Read more.
Statement Balance vs. Current Balance Header - 01Statement Balance vs. Current Balance: What’s the Difference?
January 7, 2022
Your statement balance reflects your purchases and payments from the last billing cycle, while your current balance is the amount you owe at any given moment. Read more.
What are the 5 Cs of Credit?What Are the 5 C’s of Credit
July 29, 2021
Many lenders will consider character, capacity, character, collateral, and conditions when you apply for financing. Read on to learn more about these 5 C’s of credit and why they matter. Read more.
An illustration of a woman holding her hands out with a credit score range in one hand and in the other hand is an empty circle.No Credit vs. Bad Credit: Is One Better or Worse?
May 15, 2021
With what you've heard about the challenges of having bad credit, you might think it's better to have no credit score at all. That might be oversimplifying things. Read this article to compare each situation. Read more.
Image of a woman using a magnifying glass to review a credit report.Does Checking Your Credit Score Lower It?
April 15, 2021
Find out how checking your credit score really affects it. Learn the difference between soft and hard inquiries, and how they impact your score. Read more.