How Does a Secured Credit Card Work?
A secured credit card is a type of credit card that the cardowner backs with a cash deposit that typically serves as collateral for the credit... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 4/26/24
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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A secured credit card is a type of credit card that the cardowner backs with a cash deposit that typically serves as collateral for the credit... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 4/26/24
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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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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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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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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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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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Secured credit cards have a few tricks up their sleeve. Sure, they are an excellent option for subprime consumers who want to own a credit card... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 9/26/23
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Possible Finance participates in a growing marketplace of payday loan alternatives. By combining features of payday and installment loans, the... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 9/21/23
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Guaranteed approval and bad credit don’t usually appear in the same sentence. But if you have poor credit, you can use any of the loan networks... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 9/19/23
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North Carolina is one of the most rapidly growing states in the US. Many consumers call it home, including plenty of people who don’t have good... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 9/18/23
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Georgia is one of the nation’s fastest-growing states. All types of individuals call it home, including those with bad credit. Fortunately,... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 8/29/23
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BMG Money partners with a roster of employers to provide installment loans to employees and retirees. It has strict eligibility rules but does... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 8/28/23
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Bankruptcy isn’t the end of the world — it’s a new beginning. If you choose to use it constructively, it marks the start of your journey back to... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 8/21/23
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NetCredit provides personal loans and lines of credit to consumers with bad or fair credit. It is headquartered in Chicago and has been in... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 7/31/23
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If life has handed you a bad credit rating, you may have trouble wrapping your brain around the concept of an easy loan. We’re here to unwrap the... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 7/31/23