Establishing Credit

How to Read A Credit ReportHow to Read a Credit Report
April 16, 2019
The first way to build your credit score is to take a good hard look at your credit report. Here's how to get started. Read more.
credit cards in a pileHow To Get a Credit Card Without a Social Security Number or ITIN
April 4, 2019
No Social Security number? Don't worry, there's a way you could still gain access to credit cards. Follow along to learn more. Read more.
How to use a credit card wisely to build creditHow to Use a Credit Card Wisely to Build Credit
March 28, 2019
Learn how to use a credit card wisely to avoid debt and build up your credit score. Read more.
best-store-credit-cards-hero5 Best Store Credit Cards to Build Your Credit
March 27, 2019
Looking to build credit? Check out our top 5 store credit cards that can help lift your score while offering perks and rewards. Read more.
Couple smiling looking at computerEverything You Need to Know about Your Credit Score and Self
March 27, 2019
Working at Self we get a lot of questions about how exactly our product helps people build credit. We wanted to take a moment to peel back the curtain, dig a little deeper and help give you a better understanding of how it all works. Read more.
Man working on his credit scoreWhat Is A Credit Limit?
March 21, 2019
Learn about credit limits – what they are, how they work and how you can take advantage of them to get the best long-term results for your finances. Read more.
An image of a credit score meter ranging from poor to goodWhat Is UltraFICO And What Does It Mean For You?
December 28, 2018
More lenders are interested in using alternative data to determine creditworthiness. The UltraFICO incorporates your bank account data in its score, which may benefit people with little or no credit history. Read more.
Image of an 18-year-old woman reviewing her new credit score on her mobile phoneHow To Establish Credit At 18
October 23, 2018
Your credit history will be important throughout your life. Only 18? It's not too soon to start building credit. Find the three best ways to get started here. Read more.