A Technologist? Really? When asked what they want to be when they grow up, most kids will answer: police officer, actor, astronaut, vet. But not Zilch co-founder Philip Belamant. Even back then, he ...
Consumers who don’t have enough of a credit history can suffer from having “thin” credit scores and profiles, which can negatively affect their chances of getting a loan, mortgage, credit card and ...
Credit-card debt is soaring, interest rates on balances have moved into the 30% range on many cards, and delinquencies and bankruptcies are rising. The statistics are grim as consumers fight to keep ...
If you’re concerned about the U.S. economy, you have reason to be. There are plenty of red flags that suggest Americans are struggling. From Dollar Tree seeing a rise in affluent customers to ...
Q: How much does my credit rating matter? I filed for personal bankruptcy several years ago after a divorce. I'm employed now but want to start an online advertising-related service company that I ...
Credit unions present themselves as the "good guys," non-profit member-run organizations incapable of engaging in predatory financial services. While this is true for many, my research has uncovered ...
There is a lot in the news right now about high interest rates and unaffordability. But the rates aren’t the main problem.
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I shed light on hidden credit intent. Homes are becoming less and less affordable--to buy and to build. USA Today’s Andrea Riquier ...