Credit and Credit Scores

Most people who are in debt want an affordable way to pay it off either quickly or over an extended period of time....

Dear Erica,My mom is 77 years old. She lives in a one-bedroom apartment and has no assets (no car in her name, no...

Credit repair signs pop up all over, advertising help for those with bad credit histories starting at just $99.95 per month. Are these...

The divorce itself doesn't affect your credit score, but watch out for these common scenarios that most definitely do. Just as your cre...

Q. I only use my credit cards to pay off small bills every month. It’s all automated and very calculated on my end. I have 2 credit ca...

A new tax year is upon us, and that means it’s time to take full stock of your finances — for better or for worse. Yearly budgets should be evaluated, your...

Q. My husband and I have a credit card together. I just found out that he has been using the card and there's a large amount due. He is...

Whether you’re tackling your holiday shopping in-store or online, chances are good you’ll be offered at least a few store credit cards this season. An...

A common question people often ask is, "How can I improve my credit?" Since credit can impact many things, including: employment, down...

NFCC-certified consumer credit counselors are experts that can tailor confidential programs to meet the specific financial needs that you may be facing. They ar...