Have you ever wondered what happened when you avoid paying a credit card? Missing a payment is one of the fastest and easiest ways to ‘ding’ your own credit. Learn what happens and why you always want to stay on top of your payments.

The holidays can be some of the busiest times of the year for many. With all the activity they can bring, it’s no small challenge keeping your budget on track and not sinking under a wave of holiday debt. Listen in to catch our tips to stay afloat this season.

Ever wondered if it’s possible to keep your identity secure online? Confirm you’re doing all you can to keep your identity safe and secure especially when you’re on the go! 

Curious to know if getting denied an auto loan hurt your credit score? We explain the real impact and rev up your knowledge in this next episode of Credit 101. 

It’s the news nobody wants to hear: your information has made you the victim of another data breach. It seems that they’re happening all the time in the news, and when one strikes your information, it might be all too easy to shrug it off. But there are things you should know and consider. Learn what you should ask about In the wake of a data breach.

Break down what makes FICO® Scores different and learn how it might help you.

Being a grad school student might have many perks. Career advancement, access to a free computer lab WiFi might be a couple of them. But can a grad student qualify for tax credits too? It depends. In this next episode of Credit 101, we explain what tax credits grad students might qualify for. 

As your fall semester begins, check back in with your credit card spending to see make sure you’re using it on the right things. If it’s a card only for emergencies: do Friday night pizza and beer really qualify?

Traveling overseas brings many additional questions to ask yourself as you pack: do you have the right plug converter? Did you download an app to help translate directional signs? Do you know how to handle bad news while traveling? Learning that your wallet has been stolen while traveling is definitely bad news, but a few extra steps in your preparation process can help you respond quickly and limit the damage to the most valuable item in your wallet – your identity.

When summer comes, long days, hammocks, and grilling follow. Don’t let all the ways summer fun can unfold also do damage to your budget, though. Listen in for our smart budget tips to help things stay on an even keel through all your summer adventures.