Nordstrom Credit Card Review
EDITOR’S NOTE: The the Nordstrom Retail, Nordstrom Visa Signature®, Nordstrom Visa Platinum® offers mentioned in this article are expired and are no longer available If you shop at Nordstrom often, it makes sense to join the rewards program, which is only available to Nordstrom Retail or Nordstrom Visa credit cardholders. In return, you get […]
Gap Credit Card Review
Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. If you’re a frequent shopper at the Gap and the Gap family of stores, the Gap credit card could be a good […]
Disney® Premier Visa® Card Review
Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. EDITOR’S NOTE: The Disney® Premier Visa® Card mentioned in this article is expired and is no longer available Disney® Premier Visa® Card […]
Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card Review
Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. EDITOR’S NOTE: The Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card offer mentioned in this article is expired and is no longer available Southwest […]
How to Use Apartment Rent to Build Credit
The landlord credit check – what it is, how to pass one, and everything you need to know before you rent your first apartment.
Walmart® Credit Card Review
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Walmart® Credit Card and Walmart® Mastercard® offers mentioned in this article have expired and are no longer available Walmart® offers two credit cards. One is a regular store credit card, the Walmart® Credit Card and the other is a Walmart® Mastercard®. The Walmart® store card is like any other store card, meaning that […]
Best Cash Back Credit Cards
See our review and comparison for the top cash back credit cards on the market and how they can help you earn and save.
Credit Bureau Guide: What the Differences Are Between Equifax, TransUnion, & Experian
Opinions expressed here are author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airlines or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. One of the most important parts of anyone’s financial life is their credit report. Without a good credit report (and a corresponding good […]
Review: Free FICO Scorecard from Discover, What’s the Catch?
Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. EDITOR’S NOTE: All the credit card offers mentioned in this article are expired and are no longer available Your credit score is […]
Top 10 Cities to be a Renter When You Want to Improve Your Credit
Between April 2015 and April 2016, rent prices increased by 2.8% nationwide and according to Zillow, the median monthly rent price comes in at a cool $1,403. As long as rental housing remains in high demand, your credit score might make or break your ability to land a place. When you have a lower credit […]
Are You a ‘Transactor’ or a ‘Revolver’? Why You Should Worry if You’re a ‘Revolver’
Many mortgage lenders use the Fannie Mae mortgage underwriting system for mortgage loans. Understanding the Fannie Mae system is in the applicant’s best interests. Home shoppers can get the best deal for themselves if they have a good grip on the process and what specific financial moves to make before they apply for a home […]
How I Figured Out If I Should Refinance $56,000 in Student Loans
Do you have private student loans? I do, and they suck. Private student loans are the Wild West of the student loan world. Each company dictates its own interest rates based on your and/or your cosigner’s credit. Because of this, private student loans generally come with higher interest rates than federal student loans. Over time, […]
How to Create a Family Roadmap About Money, Without Conflict
Talking with family members about money may seem like a sure way to invite trouble. Done right, the boardroom approach to managing family money can save frustration and heartache down the road. This approach takes the weight off the shoulders of a single person, and eliminates the stressful and often destructive panic that sets in […]
10 Reasons Why You Didn’t Get the Apartment You Wanted to Rent
So you think you’re the perfect renter and you should be able to just pay the money and be accepted into any building or rental house you want? Not so fast! Landlords and leasing agents look for a lot more than just money. I know because I am a landlord who rents out three houses […]
How to Get Credit Cards After Bankruptcy
Lauren faced a mountain of debt combined with dwindling resources due to a recent layoff from her high-paying corporate job. After struggling for months and considering all her options, she consulted a bankruptcy attorney who walked her through the process, took care of the filing, and gave her advice about how to begin addressing the […]
