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How much available credit should you have?
You should accept as much credit as you qualify for, but use it responsibly.
3 min read Jul 12, 2023 -
Can you use your cellphone bill to build credit?
Use cellphone bills to aid credit though your provider doesn’t report them to bureaus
3 min read Jul 11, 2023 -
Survey: 77% of travelers plagued by travel problems amid booming season; more than half saw higher prices
63% of Americans plan to travel this year — what are your budget travel tips?
6 min read Jul 10, 2023 -
What is the Chase 5/24 rule?
If you’ve opened more than 5 credit cards in the past 24 months, Chase probably won’t accept your credit card application.
4 min read Jul 07, 2023 -
Hot inflation is squeezing lower-income households’ emergency funds
37% of lower-income people have no savings, unchanged from when inflation was highest.
6 min read Jun 27, 2023 -
Is Experian Boost worth it?
Experian Boost is a credit-building tool that lets you use alternative data to boost your score. It’s free to use and boosts scores by 12 points on average, yet there are a few downsides to consider [...]
6 min read Jun 22, 2023 -
1 in 4 young adult Americans want to turn their side hustle into a career
Would you do your side hustle full-time? Younger adults want to make the switch.
6 min read Jun 14, 2023 -
Survey: 66% of Americans have a negative view of tipping
New Bankrate research shows Gen Zers and men are the groups least likely to tip.
7 min read Jun 08, 2023 -
How to build credit with a secured credit card
If you have a low credit score or a limited credit history, you can start building credit with a secured credit card. Here’s what you need to know.
4 min read Jun 05, 2023 -
How a financial therapist can help you with money anxiety
Ever wondered if you can seek therapy for money anxiety? Try a financial therapist.
6 min read Jun 01, 2023