Articles by Amy



Smart Tips for Using Your Credit Cards Wisely
Updated 6 years ago by Amy

1: Choose wisely. Choose the best credit card for the way you use it. Credit cards are not one-size-fits all — some offer rewards or airline miles as sign-up bonuses, while others offer cash back. Check out the best travel rewards credit cards. 2: Know Your Rewards. Be sure to take advantage of all the rewards… continue reading


Credit Cards vs. Debit Cards
Updated 6 years ago by Amy

Both credit cards and debit cards offer the convenience of making purchases online or in person without carrying around wads of cash. However, there are significant differences in these cards, making your decision about which to use an important one.   Credit Cards Credit cards allow you to borrow funds and pay back the balance… continue reading


How to Start Building Your Credit From Scratch
Updated 5 years ago by Amy

It’s Never Too Late to Start! Building your credit from scratch presents a chicken-and-egg problem. It can be hard to build your credit history if no one will give you credit and it’s hard to get credit without a credit history. We suggest 7 different ways you can break this cycle and start building your… continue reading