Can I use prepaid cards or debit cards to help build my credit?

Can I use prepaid cards or debit cards to help build my credit? Credit Cards by John Ulzheimer Share Share Email If you want to build credit, prepaid cards or debit cards are not the solution.  The key reason is that they don’t report information to the three major credit bureaus, which are Equifax, Experian […]

How Credit Monitoring Services Can Help When Purchasing a Home

How Credit Monitoring Services Can Help When Purchasing a Home Credit for Beginners by David B. Coulter Share Share Email Purchasing a home is usually the largest financial decision of one’s lifetime. It’s complicated, time-consuming and requires a substantial financial outlay. Of course, an essential part of the homebuying process is obtaining a mortgage. Indeed, […]

How to Help Your Child Develop a Good Credit Score

How to Help Your Child Develop a Good Credit Score Credit Score by David B. Coulter Share Share Email We all want the best for our kids. One of the most valuable financial lessons you can teach your child is how to develop a great credit score. A high credit score can save someone tens […]