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Will fiancee’s old bankruptcy hurt my credit?
Your pending marriage might bind the two of you together, but it won’t merge your credit reports.
2 min read Oct 15, 2013 -
4 personal stories of the Great Recession
The U.S. economy has improved, but the ghost of the Great Recession still haunts Americans.
5 min read Sep 27, 2013 -
Do lenders have to report to credit bureaus?
Getting a mortgage will be more difficult if your credit card lender reports to only one bureau.
2 min read Sep 25, 2013 -
6 tips for merging finances as newlyweds
Marriage is more than joining together as a couple. It’s also combining financial habits.
4 min read Aug 02, 2013 -
The dangers of identity theft
The scariest aspect is the lack of control victims feel when someone takes over their identity.
4 min read Aug 01, 2013 -
Protecting yourself from ID theft
Last year, 12.6 million Americans were ID theft victims. Here’s how to minimize your risk.
1 min read Aug 01, 2013 -
When will debt payoff show up on credit report?
It takes more than paying down your debts to qualify for a good mortgage rate.
2 min read Jul 17, 2013 -
June 2013 Financial Security Index charts
These charts point out the most interesting factors in June’s Financial Security Index.
2 min read Jun 24, 2013 -
Short on savings, Americans still feeling positive
Bankrate’s Financial Security Index hit a record high while emergency savings are running low.
2 min read Jun 24, 2013 -
How much do bad habits cost?
Some habits cost big bucks. If you invest the money instead, you’ll be much better off.
4 min read Jun 19, 2013