Credit Advice

You can build credit as a new immigrant in the U.S. by getting a bank account, an SSN or ITIN and a credit card. Get more tips here.

Checking your own credit score, which is called a soft inquiry, doesn’t lower it. However, a hard inquiry can impact your score. Read on to learn more.

If a person has debt when they pass on, their estate or a probate court may use their assets to pay off the balance. This guide discusses the details.