Articles by Jamie Friedlander
What You Need to Know About FICO and VantageScore
December 16, 2022
Most people are already familiar with their FICO Score, but there are more credit scoring systems out there. Two reign supreme: FICO and VantageScore. They... read more
What Is CreditWise? A Look at Capital One Credit Monitoring
May 28, 2021
Capital One’s CreditWise is a free credit monitoring service that allows you to access your credit score and credit report. You don’t need a Capital... read more
How Long Does a Bankruptcy Stay on Your Credit Report?
October 16, 2020
More than 420,000 people filed for bankruptcy in the U.S. in 2020 by September, according to the American Bankruptcy Institute. While a bankruptcy may bring... read more
When Should You Consider Filing For Bankruptcy?
October 15, 2018
You’re in financial distress and you’re not sure what to do. You’re past due on your mortgage, you’ve racked up considerable credit card debt and... read more