Establishing Credit

Mom and daughter applying for a loanWhat is a Cosigner?
September 10, 2019
Have bad credit or no credit and need a loan to buy something? Learn how using a cosigner could help. Read more.
Hands exchanging a credit cardCan Undocumented Immigrants Build Credit?
August 27, 2019
Without a Social Security Number, it can be difficult to get credit. But not impossible. Learn how to establish credit without an SSN. Read more.
Man stepping over road hazards on his way to success7 Possible Credit Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
July 18, 2019
Keep your focus on these common credit pitfalls to avoid them in your own personal finances. Read more.
person sitting in front of a clockHow Long Does It Take To Build Credit?
June 28, 2019
How fast can you build credit? We’ve got the answers, plus tips to help you reach your credit goals sooner than you think. Read more.
stack of credit cardsHow Many Credit Cards Should You Have – Really?
June 13, 2019
There are all sorts of opinions about how many credit cards is the "ideal number." Here's the truth about those estimates, when it comes to your credit. Read more.
a pile of moneyThe High Cost of Bad Credit
June 6, 2019
When you have bad credit, you're more likely to get high interest rates for car loans and mortgages. Since those loans last years and even decades, that means you end up paying thousands of dollars more for the money you borrowed. Read more.
woman holding credit cardIntro to Credit Course
June 5, 2019
Learn the basics of credit in this introductory course. Read more.
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.