Learn how to read a credit report so that you have an idea of what potential lenders and employers see when they take a look at yours.

Do you check your credit report? Your score might be the furthest thing from your mind while you’re going about your day-to-day. But, in reality, it could guide a lot of what you do daily. Banks and credit card companies use the all-important number to determine your creditworthiness. Potential la...

Start the new year right with this year-end financial checklist For many of us, the focus in December is on holiday shopping and parties and family traditions. And while those rituals typically include tree decorating and hot chocolate sipping, you probably should add another to your year-end list: ...