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Prepaid Credit Card Basics And The Best Prepaid Cards On The Market

A prepaid credit card is a card with a limited balance of money on it. Learn more about the top prepaid cards on the market and which one is suitable for you.

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Should You Refinance To Pay Off Debt? A Look At The Pros And Cons of Refinancing

Refinancing your house can help pay off debt through your home's equity. But is it smart to refinance to pay off debt? Here’s what to consider first.

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What Hurts My Credit Score The Most?

The higher your credit score, the less you’re perceived as a risk to lenders. Even if your credit score is pretty good right now, there are factors that can hurt your credit score. Let’s take a look at what helps and hurts your credit score the ...

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What Is Considered Bad Credit?

Just how far-reaching are the effects of a bad credit score? Let’s take a look at how those little three numbers can make or break many of your life plans.

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Things That Can Lower Your Credit Score And How To Avoid Them

Wondering what factors damage your credit score? Read our guide to learn what factors lower your credit score, how to avoid them, and how to build your credit score.

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How Do I Get My Credit Score For Free?

Your credit score tells a lot about you. It gives lenders a sneak peek at what type of borrower you might be. Find out how to get your credit score for free.

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Why Is My Credit Card Being Declined?

Having your credit card declined can be stressful, but don’t worry. We’re here to help you determine why it happened and how you can resolve the issue.

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Credit Report Vs. Credit Score

Credit report vs. credit score: what’s the difference? Both will help you understand your credit health, but one provides more information. Learn more here.

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Credit Score Factors: New Credit

Understanding your credit score can be confusing. Read our guide for a closer look at new credit as a factor that can affect your overall credit score.

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From Delinquency To An 800+ Credit Score: A Success Story

Looking to improve your credit? Read our article on how Leslie Tayne eliminated her debt and went from delinquency to an 800+ credit score.

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Does Applying For Loans Affect Your Credit Score?

Due to the expensive grind of daily life, sometimes we need to take out loans to get by. When we apply for those loans, our credit score has the potential of being negatively impacted. To make sense of this irony, let’s dive deeper into the credit sco...

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Credit Card Grace Periods: What They Are And How To Use Yours To Curb Interest

A grace period is the time between the end of your billing cycle and your due date. Learn how to use your grace period to reduce interest on your purchases.

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Who Can See Your Credit Report?

Not everyone is privy to your credit information. For the most part, your score and credit report remain confidential. Here’s who can access your credit report and why.

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Secured Debt: What It Is And How To Pay It Off

A secured debt is a form of debt backed by collateral a lender could take. See some examples of secured debt and get acquainted with secured vs. unsecured debt.

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Rocket Visa Signature Card Supports Homeownership

The Rocket Visa Signature Card is the only credit card designed from the ground up to support your home buying and homeownership goals. Check out the benefits!

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Is All Student Loan Interest Waived? Here’s What You Need To Know

Federal student loan interest is waived and payments are paused – for now. See what borrowers need to know about the interest waiver and repayment suspension.

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Should I Refinance My Student Loans? What To Consider

Should you refinance your student loans? It’s a question worth asking. Find out when to refinance student loans and what it means to refinance student loans.

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11 Student Loan Forgiveness Programs And How To Qualify

Student loan forgiveness is the complete or partial cancellation of a borrower’s federal student loan repayment plan. Uncover student loan forgiveness programs.

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