Credit Management

How to obtain your credit reports for free

Because of the COVID pandemic, each week, you’re able to access AnnualCreditReport.com to obtain three free credit reports (one from each of the three major credit bureaus, which are Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax). The three bureaus initially intended to provide…

The amount of credit that you need

The amount of credit that anyone needs is subjective and based on personal financial needs and wants. Someone who intends to only use credit as a more secure form of payment (versus debit) and plans to pay off credit card…

Why you don’t need a perfect credit score

A perfect credit score is generally not required. In fact, lenders typically have their own set of underwriting terms that include other factors aside from credit score. Your ability to repay the loan, for instance, is often taken into consideration.…