Tag: credit history

Life Insurance

Why Young People Need Life Insurance Too

October 25, 2024. AAA Staff

By Dana Harvey

Money

Four Essential Steps to Elevate Your Finances in Your 20s

October 25, 2024. AAA Staff

By Kristen Bednarczyk

Auto Loans

How to Pre-Qualify for an Auto Loan

July 18, 2024. Nicole Wakelin

Pre-qualifying for an auto loan is the first step to securing a loan and driving away in a new car.

Auto Loans

When Do You Need a Cosigner for a Car Loan? 

June 20, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

If you’re young or have poor credit, a cosigner can provide a big boost to your car loan application.

Credit Cards

How to Build Your Credit Score

April 24, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

If you’re recovering from a poor financial stretch or simply just beginning your credit history, there are a number of ways to build your credit score.

Savings

Financial Planning in Your 20s and 30s

August 01, 2023. Molly Clark

How to manage your money, even when it feels impossible.

Auto Insurance

The Complete Guide to Car Insurance for Teens

October 14, 2022. Vanessa Young

What to know about insurance when your teen is ready to get behind the wheel.

Credit Cards

What Does and Doesn’t Affect Your Credit Score

November 01, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

There are five primary factors that can boost or lower your credit score.

Savings

Interested in Interest? Everything You Need to Know About Interest

October 20, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

Interest can have negative connotations when it’s attached to a loan, but consumers can earn interest on their savings.

Money

Financial Literacy at a Glance: A Quick Glossary of Essential Terms

July 28, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

Successfully navigate the confusing world of finance by boosting your vocabulary.

Mortgages

How Reverse Mortgage Lenders Work

November 30, 2018. Joanna Cutrara

Here are the eligibility rules you may not know, plus how to find reverse mortgage lenders and counselors.

Credit Cards

7 Simple Ways to Protect Against Child Identity Theft and Fraud

October 22, 2018. Joanna Cutrara

Child identity theft is on the rise and often doesn’t get caught until it’s too late. Learn how you can protect your child from scammers.

Credit Cards

Preparing Your Children for Their First Credit Card

October 20, 2018. Tara Schatz

A credit card can teach kids about spending, saving, budgeting and more. But it is also a big responsibility.

Credit Cards

Credit Cards for College Students

September 13, 2018. Tara Schatz

Credit cards for college students shouldn’t involve a lesson learned in the dangers of reckless spending. Use our guide to to learn how to spend smart.

Credit Cards

Tips for Understanding Your Credit Report

August 11, 2018. AAA Staff

You’re entitled to a free copy of your credit report once a year, but what should you expect to see when you check it?

Savings

Here’s What To Expect From That First College Tuition Bill

July 19, 2018. AAA Staff

Tips to get mentally prepared for your first college payment.