Blog Posts in 2017

How Long Does a Foreclosure Affect My Credit Score?

Foreclosures are hard on your financial prospects in more ways than one. Not only does it drop your credit score, but having a foreclosure on your record will force you to pay higher interest rates ...

I Los Angeles Bankruptcy Attorneys Has Joined Our Bankruptcy & Debt Relief Lawyer Directory

Located in Los Angeles, California, I Los Angeles Bankruptcy Attorneys is committed to providing experienced counsel to debtors who are considering bankruptcy and dealing with difficult financial ...

How to Get a Credit Card Despite a Terrible Credit History

So you've got bad credit. And you know the only way to build good credit: by using credit. Getting loans, using credit cards, and using debt responsibly is the only way to build a solid credit ...

The Oxnard Debt Relief Firm of Mansfield Law Corporation Joins Nationwide Bankruptcy Lawyer Directory

Located in Oxnard, California, Mansfield Law Corporation is committed to providing experienced counsel to debtors who are considering bankruptcy and dealing with difficult financial situations such as ...

The Norman Debt Relief Firm of Law Offices of B David Sisson Joins Nationwide Bankruptcy Lawyer Directory

Located in Norman, Oklahoma, Law Offices of B David Sisson is committed to providing experienced counsel to debtors who are considering bankruptcy and dealing with difficult financial situations such ...

Why Your Credit Score Climbed 20+ Points in the Last Month

Beginning last month, the three major credit reporting agencies implemented a new policy at the behest of numerous consumer advocacy groups. The new policy forces TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax to ...

What the Federal Interest Rate Increase Means

Last Wednesday, the Federal Open Market Committee—the policymaking body of the Federal Reserve—increased the target federal funds rate by a quarter of a percent (to a target of 1.25%). ...

How to Start Rebuilding Credit on Day 1

Rebuilding credit is a journey. Being financially healthy is amazingly similar to being physically healthy—it's about changing your mindset regarding money and changing your relationship ...

The 3 Different Bankruptcy Types (& Which You Need)

Bankruptcy, despite its reputation, is a fundamental part of a consumer's arsenal. As the economy grows, it's important for people to have the ability to free themselves from overwhelming ...