Grill masters and Taco Tuesday fans have good reason to wince at the price of beef lately. Beef has long been getting more expensive, but in the past year, the increase has become especially severe. According to recent reports, prices for ground beef and steak are hitting new all‑time highs, and many of the causes […]
Markets are now almost certain that the Federal Reserve will approve a 25‑basis point rate cut at its upcoming meeting. According to CME Group’s FedWatch Tool, consensus among traders and economists favors this modest drop in the federal funds rate. If the cut happens, the current target range of 4.25%–4.50% will move down to 4.00%–4.25%. […]
Key Takeaways: Kikoff is a credit-building service that helps users build credit without a credit check and for a small monthly fee. Users get access to a $750 (or $2,500 premium) credit line that can only be used in the Kikoff store, with payments reported to two major credit bureaus. While Kikoff may be a […]
Kovo is a registered Public Benefit Corporation with a clear mission: to help people take control of their financial futures. But instead of just offering a credit builder loan or secured credit card, Kovo combines credit building with career-boosting education. Here’s the twist: you don’t borrow cash. Instead, you get access to premium self-improvement and […]
Building or rebuilding credit can be challenging—especially if you don’t qualify for traditional credit cards or loans. That’s exactly the problem James Garvey set out to solve when he founded Self (formerly Self Lender). Based in Texas, Self offers a unique approach to credit building through credit builder loans—specifically designed for people who want to […]
The Citi Strata Elite℠ Card carries a hefty $595 annual fee, but it packs in premium travel perks and generous rewards that could easily justify the cost for frequent travelers and diners. From elevated points on travel bookings to valuable credits and lounge access, this card is designed for those who want to maximize their […]
Walmart has made a fresh comeback in the credit card arena, launching a revamped credit card program in collaboration with fintech company OnePay and familiar issuer Synchrony Bank. This marks Walmart’s second relaunch in just a few years, aiming to offer new rewards options for shoppers without charging an annual fee. Two New Walmart Credit […]
Just a few years ago, crypto-earning credit cards were everywhere. From startups like BlockFi and Gemini to major credit card issuers offering crypto as a redemption option, it seemed like the future of credit rewards was blockchain-based. Then came the “crypto winter” of 2022 — a period of market crashes, bankruptcies, and fading interest. BlockFi’s […]
Citi Nights is a unique weekend dining perk exclusive to the Citi Strata Elite℠ Card. If you’re a food lover who enjoys going out on the weekends, this benefit could help you rack up points faster on restaurant spending. Here’s how Citi Nights works — and whether it’s worth it for you. What Is Citi […]
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1 International and out-of-network cash withdrawal fees apply. Third-party and cash deposit fees may apply.
2 Vana Cash is a prepaid debit card issued by Community Federal Savings Bank (CFSB). Building credit with Vana Cash requires you to also open a virtual secured credit card with CFSB that is reported to the credit bureaus. Use money from your Vana Cash account to create a virtual secured credit card. Your debit card purchases are then added up to create a balance on your virtual secured credit card. As you make these purchases, an amount equal to the balance on your virtual secured credit card is also set aside in your Vana Cash account to ensure you can make timely payments to pay off the balance on your virtual secured credit card at the end of each month, allowing you to build a positive payment history. Credit Vana does not guarantee credit score improvement. Any predicted credit improvement from the use of your virtual secured credit card assumes that you will maintain healthy credit habits, including paying bills on time, keeping credit balances low, avoiding unnecessary inquiries, appropriate financial planning, and more.
3 Direct deposit and earlier availability of funds are subject to payer’s support of the feature and timing of payer’s funding.