Articles by Julie Sherrier
How Often Do Credit Scores Change?
October 6, 2020
A credit score is a snapshot of your credit accounts, balances and payment history at a specific moment in time. When a creditor requests your... read more
Chase Freedom Offers 5% Bonus Category Calendar 2021
September 14, 2020
Chase launched its bonus 5% cashback categories for the first quarter of 2021 — wholesale clubs, internet, cable and phone services and select streaming services.... read more
What Is a FICO Score?
September 8, 2020
Your FICO Score is what lenders, landlords and other service contractors refer to when determining whether you’re a responsible borrower and measure how likely it... read more
Credit Card Convenience Checks: What You Need to Know Before You Use One
August 14, 2020
Cardholders are sometimes surprised to find blank checks in the envelope with their monthly credit card statements. Issuers often refer to these as credit card... read more
Understanding the Different Types of Credit Card APRs
August 11, 2020
It’s no surprise credit cards can have numerous fees, but did you know there are also multiple interest rates? The annual percentage rate (APR) is... read more