Do I Need a Perfect Credit Score? #287

Student loan balances are climbing, credit card debt is hitting new highs year after year, new forms of borrowing like buy now pay later seem to appear out of thin air (which is a testament to just how creative the financial lending industry can be)! We’re a nation steeped in deb ...  Show more

We’re kicking off the week by answering your listener questions! And if you have a question that you’d like for us to answer on the show, we’d love for you to submit your own via HowToMoney.com/ask , send us your voice memo. Regardless of how random or bizarre you might think it ...  Show more

In this episode, we’re diving deep into the role credit plays in you being able to achieve your money goals with Monique White, head of community at Self. You’re going to learn what your credit score is comprised of, what to do if you miss a payment, what are some alternative cre ...  Show more

In this episode of Shannah Shares, Community Q&A, I'm covering tips to boost your credit score this fall. Our community question comes from Jackie: "Hello, Shannah. I finally worked up enough courage to send in a question. I’d love to know any money tricks in general and how to b ...  Show more

Your credit score has power, and that three-digit number dramatically impacts your financial future. If you do nothing else this year, grab your credit score the tail and yank it up to 700+ (preferably over 740). You don’t have to go all crazy trying for an 850 score – but don’t ...  Show more

Does your credit need a bit of an overhaul? You’ve probably heard the term Cash is King, but I think it’s really Credit is King. Those three digits that make up your credit score hold a lot of power in your wealth-building journey. The truth is, It can be really difficult to buil ...  Show more