Browsing: credit

It can be difficult to secure a home loan with a bad credit history but there are ways you can improve your chances. If you have…

Every year, Hillary Lanier puts her holiday shopping on credit, racking up debt that takes months to pay off. This season, the production planner said her…

In case you’re unaware, mortgage lenders pull a tri-merge credit report when you apply for a mortgage, whether it’s for a home purchase or a refinance.The…

Key insight: Passive, real-time call fraud scoring reduced fraud exposure and improved member experience for MSUFCU.Expert quote: Fraud strategist Frank McKenna said humans can’t reliably detect…

If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I using credit cards too much?”, you’re not alone. Many people start swiping for convenience, only to end up tangled in…

,Key insights: The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in an advisory opinion said that “covered” earned wage access products should not be considered an extension of credit…

Moving debt from a high-interest credit card to a card with a promotional 0% APR offer can save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars in…

The U.S. Bank Split World Mastercard functions more like a buy now, pay later plan than a traditional credit card. It allows cardholders to split their…

Even as some households take on more debt, consumer credit scores broadly remain strong. Experts say that may be masking signs of trouble: The so-called “K-shaped”…

So, you’re falling behind on your credit card payments. Hey, it happens to the best of us. We’ve been there. What are you going to do…