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The difference between FICO and other credit scores
Thinking you only have one credit score is like believing pigs can fly. Here’s the real deal.
4 min read Jan 28, 2021 -
The 20 best (and real) work-from-home jobs
These legitimate work-at-home jobs can provide you with a decent income.
7 min read Jan 26, 2021 -
Why are there different types of credit scores?
Both FICO and VantageScore offer different types of credit scores depending on what information lenders are requesting and which credit score model is being used.
5 min read Jan 22, 2021 -
Biden taps former student loan watchdog to lead CFPB
Rohit Chopra, a member of the Federal Trade Commission, once served as the federal government’s student loan watchdog. Now, he’s preparing to take on a bigger role—the federal government’s watchdog [...]
2 min read Jan 19, 2021 -
Do my debts pass on to my kids after death?
Whether your debt will haunt your children depends on their liability for the accounts today.
2 min read Jan 18, 2021 -
Guide to Google Pay
Android Pay, a digital wallet platform now operating as Google Pay, offers the convenience of linking your bank accounts and credit cards to your smartphone.
8 min read Jan 14, 2021 -
Avoid these 5 common mistakes to keep your financial goals on track
New decade. New personal finance-savvy you.
5 min read Dec 18, 2020 -
How to get a free credit score
Many credit card issuers offer their customers free credit scores, and some even provide them to non-customers.
3 min read Dec 10, 2020 -
6 of our favorite Bankrate articles from 2020
From navigating unemployment to learning how the Fed affects mortgage rates, here are our picks.
3 min read Dec 07, 2020 -
A guide to Samsung Pay
Samsung Pay opens up a lot of mobile payment options. All you need is the free app and your compatible Samsung device.
4 min read Dec 04, 2020