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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 -
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 -
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 -
Bad credit can affect your mental and physical health
Bad credit can impact your health, both physical and mental.
5 min read Apr 24, 2023 -
Should you pay your credit card bill early?
Paying your credit card bill early can lower your credit utilization and help you avoid late payments.
4 min read Apr 20, 2023 -
How does inflation impact your credit?
Inflation could impact your credit score in several ways.
4 min read Apr 19, 2023 -
5 ways to build credit with no credit history
There are alternative ways to build credit, like becoming an authorized user, opening a store card or reporting your utility payments each month.
5 min read Apr 18, 2023 -
Hard credit check vs. soft credit check: What’s the difference?
Not all credit inquiries are equal. Here’s what you need to know.
5 min read Apr 12, 2023 -
How to upgrade credit cards with the same issuer
Before you upgrade your credit card with the same issuer, you’ll want to look at all your options and consider the drawbacks.
5 min read Mar 24, 2023 -
Why did my credit score drop?
Your credit score may go down for a few reasons, but there are steps you can take today to increase it again.
5 min read Mar 09, 2023