When you’re considering starting home shopping, it’s important to put yourself in the best possible position. To do this, you’ll want to shore up your finances and increase your credit score. Follow these simple steps to get you closer to your homebuying dream. 1. Check Your Credit Score Your credit score will be one of... Read More

Before you make a major purchase, like a home or car, you’ve probably put a lot of thought into the process. You might have worked to make sure your credit is in the best shape possible before you apply for a loan. Perhaps you’ve shopped around and compared interest rates to make sure you’re getting... Read More

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author only and are not endorsed by Credit.com. When a consumer wants to start building credit, a logical step to take is to get a credit card. However, credit card issuers want to check your credit and payment history before they approve... Read More

Graduating college can come with a lot of implications and responsibility, and those associated with your finances are certainly no exception. On top of the need to get your career off the ground, you should also think about how this impending career and salary will help you get your relationship with your personal finances in... Read More

A good credit score will make your life a lot easier; it will help you qualify for loans, apartments and even jobs. But you’re not born with a credit history. Much like you have to spend money to make money, you need to borrow money to prove you’re good at borrowing (and paying back your... Read More

Buying and selling real estate for commercial purposes can be an expensive endeavor. Many real estate investors typically have to start out using their own funds or personal credit to cover the cost of their new properties, even when they’re for generating income. This strategy works well for those who have the personal capital to... Read More