What Is Bad Credit?
Bad credit means your credit score is low — generally considered anything below 600 — because you’ve had problems paying bills or loans on time... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 4/9/24
Eric Bank has been covering business and financial topics since 1985, specializing in taking complex subject matters and explaining them in simple terms for consumer audiences. Eric's writing regularly appears on Credible.com, eHow, WiseBread, The Nest, Get.com, Zacks, Chron, and dozens of other outlets. A former software engineer, Eric holds an M.B.A. from New York University and an M.S. in finance from DePaul University.
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Bad credit means your credit score is low — generally considered anything below 600 — because you’ve had problems paying bills or loans on time... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 4/9/24
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Current is revolutionizing the way we think about mobile banking. With its standout features and unique benefits, it’s making a real splash in... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 1/15/24
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If you are searching for a new house but have lousy credit, you aren’t alone. Rocket Mortgage may be a solution. It is America’s largest direct... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 12/18/23
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Credit monitoring services play a vital role in today’s financially interconnected world by allowing you to keep an eye on your credit status.... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 12/11/23
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You can’t simply wave your hands to make your credit mistakes disappear. But, you can remove obsolete, inaccurate, and unverifiable information... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 12/4/23
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I’m busy, and I’ll bet you are, too. In a world of instant messaging, fast food, and 30-second loan approvals, we certainly don’t want to wait... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 11/27/23
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Sometimes, an extra $100 can make all the difference in the world. And thanks to our reviewed apps, you should have no trouble quickly securing a... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 11/22/23
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If you have bad or limited credit, I can imagine your eyes widening as you come across this article. Can you really get a slam-dunk loan with no... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 11/21/23
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Bad credit should not prevent you from obtaining a personal loan. What’s more, you can usually get one quickly, without a lot of red tape. This... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 11/20/23
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Everything is more expensive in California. Its cost of living exceeds the national average by 42% and varies widely throughout the state.... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 11/13/23
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Lexington Law is our top-ranked credit repair company. It boasts an experienced staff of legal experts, including accredited lawyers. The company... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 11/2/23
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You may have bad financial credit, but owning an electric vehicle earns you social credit for helping protect the environment. It’s too bad that... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 10/31/23
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Chime and its competitors are financial technology companies that offer online and mobile app banking services. In Chime’s case, The Bancorp Bank... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 10/30/23
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People use small payday loans to meet immediate cash needs until their next paycheck. The loans are expensive, but their limited size and... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 10/26/23
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Imperfect credit need not prevent you from constructing, rehabilitating, or renovating your home. Even with a low credit score, you can qualify... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 10/24/23
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Even if you have bad credit, it is still possible to find credit cards with easy approval and relatively high credit limits. These products may... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 10/17/23
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No matter what situation led to your bankruptcy, there’s no doubt it complicates your access to high-limit credit cards. That’s why we identified... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 10/16/23
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When mortgage rates are high, and your credit score is low, buying a home requires all the help you can get. Mortgage lenders understand that... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 10/9/23
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ACE Cash Express offers a broad range of financial products and services, including short-term loans, card services, check cashing, money... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 10/5/23
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For some consumers, speed is the primary factor when selecting a credit repair company to clean up their credit reports. We agree that speed is... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 10/2/23