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These loans appeal to house flippers or those with unusual situations.
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Make a plan to pay off a balance transfer before its promotional period ends.
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Regardless of the amount, spending beyond your credit limit is generally a bad idea.
Mortgage refinance options for bad credit
Borrowers with poor credit can still nail down home loan refinancing. Here’s how.
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Learn how to get a credit card with bad credit and start rebuilding your credit.
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A debt management plan shouldn’t prevent you from getting credit.
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Many see a poor credit score as a dating turn-off, but should they?
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Applying for a credit card with bad credit can be fraught. Here’s what to look for.