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Do medical bills affect your credit? It depends on the amount
Medical debt under $500 is now off your credit reports, even if it goes into collections.
3 min read Jun 25, 2024 -
More than half of Americans say money negatively impacts their mental health, up sharply from a year ago
A new survey by Bankrate found money is often a major cause of stress for most Americans.
8 min read May 17, 2023 -
Travel inflation statistics: Summer airline prices expected to be 11% cheaper in 2023
Inflation will still impact summer travel, per Bankrate, but not like 2022.
7 min read Apr 25, 2023 -
How stock market volatility can be a wealth-building opportunity for women and people of color
With stocks down, women and people of color have an opportunity to get in the market now and build wealth.
9 min read May 18, 2023 -
Bad credit can affect your mental and physical health
Bad credit can impact your health, both physical and mental.
5 min read Mar 14, 2024 -
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 Aug 17, 2023 -
A guide to airline companion passes
Airline companion passes vary — some are for one-time discounts while others cover a companion’s flight costs year-round — but they can all save you money.
6 min read Apr 23, 2024 -
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 Jun 20, 2024