Increase Your Credit Score… By Renting
On-time payments are a solid way to build your credit score. Your payment history constitutes 35% of your credit score – the largest contributor among the five factors used in calculating your score. Payments on most debts are reported to the three major credit bureaus (Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion) for inclusion in your credit report, […]
Manage your money like the super-wealthy — 3 habits to steal from Warren Buffett, Mark Cuban and Kevin O’Leary
Even if you aren’t raking in millions, you can grow your wealth just by mimicking the financial habits and strategies of the ultra-rich. Here’s how. Live within or below your means Living within your means is one of the best financial habits you can master. Take for example billionaire investor Warren Buffett, who currently boasts […]
This credit card could save you $1,000 with 21 months of 0 interest
Balance-transfer credit cards help tackle debt by letting you move a balance from a card with a high interest rate to one that temporarily charges no interest. But how long that introductory period lasts varies from card to card. To determine which credit cards are the best for getting out of debt overall, CNBC Make […]
The Ultimate Guide to Saving Money On Utilities
Utilities are a practical necessity, but they occupy a massive line on your monthly budget. The typical American family spends more than $2,000 a year on utility bills, including electricity, water and sewage, and natural gas—and depending on where you live, you might spend even more than that. If you can manage to cut those […]