How to rebuild your credit after bankruptcy
Declaring bankruptcy may feel like a severe move but it can be the best way to get back on solid financial footing if you’re in dire straits. Bankruptcy allows troubled consumers to eliminate crushing debt or establish long-term repayment plans, depending
Why do I have a ‘hard inquiry’ on my credit report—and what does that do to my credit score?
You may have once pulled your credit report and noticed something called a “hard inquiry.” If you’re new to seeing this, it’s most likely because you applied for credit within the last two years — whether it was for a new credit card