Personal Finance Blog

does-overdraft-affect-credit-2Does an Overdraft Affect Your Credit Score?
May 19, 2022
Overdrafts are not reported to credit bureaus, but they could hurt your credit score indirectly if they’re sent to collections. Read more.
shutterstock_2133891397Half of Americans Feel Trapped in Their Financial Situation
May 11, 2022
Survey shows half of Americans feel trapped in their financial situation Read more.
debt consolidation What Is Debt Consolidation and How to Consolidate Your Debt
May 9, 2022
If you’re looking for ways to be more responsible with your money and avoid relying on credit cards, debt consolidation is a strategy that can help you get started. Read more.
What Is a Credit Sweep and What to Do Instead Header - 01What Is a Credit Sweep and What to Do Instead
April 26, 2022
A credit sweep may sound tempting, but there is nothing credit repair companies can do to fix your credit that you can’t fix on your own — here’s how. Read more.
money and mental healthMoney and Mental Health: Ways to Cope with Financial Stress
April 25, 2022
Feeling anxious or unsettled about money is a reality that many people may face. So, if you’re struggling with financial unease, it might comfort you to know that you’re far from alone in those feelings. Read more.
Bankruptcy Dismissal vs. Discharge What-s the Difference & How They Affect Credit - header 1Bankruptcy Dismissal vs. Discharge: What's the Difference and How They Affect Credit
April 22, 2022
A bankruptcy dismissal makes you responsible for your debts, while a discharge means that you no longer have to repay your debts prior to bankruptcy. Read more.
Does financing a phone build credit?Does Financing a Phone Build Credit?
April 21, 2022
Does financing a phone build credit? Continue for more on phone bills and how they affect your credit. Read more.
6 Types of Bankruptcies Explained - Header 16 Types of Bankruptcies Explained
April 21, 2022
While Chapters 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy are commonly known, there are actually six types of bankruptcies — here’s what you need to know before filing. Read more.