Articles by Katie Lowery
What Is a Payday Loan and What Are Safer Alternatives?
February 24, 2023
Payday loans are small, short-term loans — typically no more than $500 — that many financial experts consider predatory due to their high interest rates... read more
Can Your Personal Credit Score Affect Your Small Business?
February 23, 2023
Starting your own business often costs quite a bit of money — and you may have to borrow some to get things off the ground.... read more
What is a Guaranteed Loan?
February 23, 2023
To receive a traditional personal loan, you’ll have to submit a formal application and the lender will then check your credit and decide whether to... read more
What Is Predatory Lending?
February 22, 2023
While many lenders are on the up and up, some use predatory lending practices that are deceitful or unfair to convince vulnerable consumers to take... read more
How Often Do Credit Scores Update?
February 22, 2023
Generally, your credit scores and credit reports update once a month, though it can depend on when creditors choose to report information. Since your credit... read more