Getting your first credit card is a huge step towards financial independence, but if you didn’t grow up in a household that ...

It's possible to qualify for a credit card if you have bad credit, but expect more limited options, lower credit limits and higher rates. Secured credit cards are designed to help individuals with ...

Some folks have credit scores that soar into the heavens. But many of us have scores that are a bit more down to earth. What type of credit score do we need to get the best credit cards, or any type ...

These days, I'm a Certified Financial Planner™ who helps other people get their financial lives right. I've been a CFP® for about six years and have been helping people learn about personal finance ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio — March is Credit Education Awareness Month. Many central Ohioans are struggling with debt as inflation and the cost of living continue to rise. Total household debt increased by $93 ...

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If you have a bad credit score — often defined as a score less than 580 — you might find it more challenging to get approved for a credit card. Your options will be more limited than those of someone ...