How card rewards can fuel a family dream soccer trip
My family's favorite soccer team is coming to America this…
May 26, 2018
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Why it’s wise to keep a card open – and when it’s OK to close it
Keeping a card open is the best way to keep…
April 28, 2018
Will applying for, then canceling, new card hurt scores?
A single hard inquiry will temporarily ding your score, but…
July 12, 2017
3 ways to boost score with first low-limit card
With a short credit history, you need to offset high…
March 15, 2017
Adding incarcerated brother-in-law to card can rebuild credit
Authorized user status is a quick, easy way to jump-start…
March 1, 2017
Cable service opened in daughter’s name goes unpaid
She gave her permission, but now may be stuck with…
January 18, 2017
How to deal with a spouse who spends compulsively
What do you do when your spouse jeopardizes your family…
January 4, 2017
Adding second card may boost thin credit file
Adding a new card may help sagging score, but paying…
December 7, 2016
My ex-girlfriend charged over $7,000 on my card
The issuer may not consider the charges fraudulent if she…
November 2, 2016
Get bankruptcy trustee approval prior to applying for credit
If still in Chapter 13, you need approval before you…
October 26, 2016
If mom opens cards in your name, it’s family fraud
Start with a conversation, then get a police report
October 5, 2016
How to fix credit after dad opens card in son’s name
Son rejects dad's card offer, but finds out dad opened…
September 14, 2016
Dispute duplicate student loans entries on credit reports
When a loan is bought and sold multiple times, it…
May 18, 2016
Wait for bankruptcy discharge before applying for credit
Only in a few circumstances will new credit be allowed…
March 16, 2016
Don’t apply for multiple balance transfer cards
Multiple hard credit inquiries will ding your credit score
February 3, 2016
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