You can remove bad items from your report and handle your own credit repair. Mistakes to your credit report can happen. A creditor may report a late payment incorrectly, or you could be the victim of mistaken identity. But, any inaccurate item showing up on your credit report that’s damaging can be removed. The credit bureau […]
You’ve probably heard that getting everyone involved is important to the success of your family budget. But you may be wondering if that’s really necessary, or how to even do it. Here are some family budget tips and ideas to get everyone involved. Be Open Sometimes parents try to hide their financial situation from […]
Knowing how long certain negative credit sticks around can make a big difference in how you plan to improve your credit in the long run. If you have negative items on your credit report, how long does it really take for them to disappear? Here’s everything you need to know about when items disappear from […]
For some people, having a family budget means whipping out the calculator at every purchase, or viewing the budget on their mobile device in the grocery store. For others, a family budget is just a formality and they never really glance at it. Between these extremes are those who sort of use their family budget […]
Whether you’re improving your credit by enlisting the help of a professional or tackling the task on your own, here are six essential steps to follow on your journey to better credit. ASSESSING YOUR CREDIT REPAIR SITUATION To improve your credit score you need to get to know your credit score. Pull your credit […]