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How to Use Rent-Reporting Services to Build Credit
Rent-reporting services, such as Self, Boom and RentReporters, can add rent payments to your credit reports. Here's what to look for when considering this service.
Jul 25, 2026
Budget Planner
Is the ‘Trinket Trend’ Taking Over Your House (and Your Wallet)?
Tiny trinkets can spark joy and connection — but they may come with tradeoffs.
Jul 25, 2026
Budget Planner
What Are the 3 Credit Bureaus?
The three credit bureaus, Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, compile data about you into credit reports. FICO and VantageScore use that data to calculate your credit score.
Jul 25, 2026
Budget Planner
Does Being an Authorized User Build Your Credit?
Becoming an authorized user on someone else’s credit card can help you build credit if the account is reported to the credit bureaus and used responsibly.
Jul 25, 2026
Debt Management
Your Federal Student Loans Just Dropped by $10,000, What Should You Do Now?
After years of speculation, millions of student loan borrowers received some excellent news this week. The Biden administration announced it would forgive $10,000 of federal student loan debt for borrowers who make less than $125,000 annually. Borrowers who went to college on Pell Grants may be eligible to receive $20,000 in forgiveness. Pell Grants don’t...
Apr 4, 2026
Debt Management
How to Cat-Proof Your Christmas Tree Without Breaking the Bank
Let's face it: Cats love Christmas trees. Curious felines see them as the ultimate jungle gyms, leaving broken ornaments, downed light strands and shredded wrapping paper in their wake. Instead of resigning yourself to holiday destruction, try these budget-friendly strategies to keep your tree intact and your kitties safe. Make Some Quick Money to Cover...
Apr 4, 2026
Banking & Credit
New Marriott Bonvoy Boundless, Bevy, Brilliant Unveil New Bonus Offers
Starting March 12, 2026, three cards in the Marriott Bonvoy family are offering new welcome bonus offers for a limited time.
Apr 25, 2026
Insurance
Could You Have Secret Life Insurance Money Waiting to Be Claimed?
When a loved one dies and you know you’re the beneficiary of their life insurance policy, getting the payout is typically pretty simple. You submit a claim form and a copy of the death certificate. Then the insurer usually pays the claim within a few weeks. But what if you don’t know whether your family...
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
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Tiffani Sherman is a Florida-based freelance reporter with more than 25 years of experience writing about finance, health, travel and other topics.
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
Here’s How to Earn Bitcoin the Next Time You Order Pizza
You’ve probably heard of cash-back apps, right? Well, Coinseed is a crypto-back app. Earn crypto ewhen you shop on Amazon or eat out at local restaurants.
Apr 4, 2026
Insurance
Credit Union vs. Bank: 8 Key Differences You Should Know About
Is there really a difference between banks and credit unions? Yes — here are eight key factors to consider when you decide which makes sense for you.
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
7 Surprising Factors That Can Have a Huge Effect on Your Car Insurance Rate
Ever wonder what really goes into determining your car insurance rates? We talked to some experts to find out — and their answers might surprise you.
Apr 18, 2026