Extra card was founded in 2020 and only recently became available to users. The premise of the card has some similarities to Fizz. With Extra, you can get the card and build your credit without a credit check - same as Fizz. Extra also links to your existing bank account
Chime offers a variety of products, from checking and savings accounts to money transfers. Now they offer a credit building card designed for anyone looking to start building or repairing their credit score. This new Chime credit card is officially called the Chime Credit Builder Secured Visa Credit Card. That’
Student credit cards have long been the only option when it comes to building credit. Bank of America is, traditionally, a very popular option. The bank offers four different credit cards: Customized Cash Rewards, Unlimited Cash Rewards, Travel Rewards, and BankAmericard® for Students. Each of these cards are slightly different
When it comes to building credit in college, students have traditionally had just one option - student credit cards. The Discover it Student Cash Back card is one example of a student credit card. It’s a better option than most, with no annual fee, a well-rated mobile app, and
While the concept of one’s financial reputation has existed for millenia, credit reporting organizations only started popping up in the 19th century. For over 100 years, credit reports would explicitly include information about one’s personality, health, race, and religion - to name just a few. All things that
Credit card debt is an unfortunate reality for far too many people, and college students tend to be particularly affected. According to a study by The College Finance Company, college students have over $3,280 worth of credit card debt on average and 64.8% of college students have at
I’ll start by acknowledging that I love my metal Amex cards. They earn me points that help me travel, get me into airport lounges, and give me free food. Plus, they look and sound pretty cool when I put them down on a table. But getting one of those
Personal finance can be a scary topic, in part due to the fact that there’s a ton of misinformation out there. Without common core personal finance education in schools, people are left to fend for themselves. Many end up getting advice from a range of different sources that give
Traditional student credit cards are relatively common on college campuses. But if you’ve ever tried to get one, you’re likely familiar with the headache that is the approval process. On top of sky-high interest rates, student credit cards are confusing and don’t come with a manual. They
College is a place where people from lots of different economic backgrounds come together to learn and grow. While our relationships with money may vary, the thing we all have in common is the fact that we need money in order to move through the world. Whether you come from
Everyone loves the idea of free money, especially if it involves not having to spend more than you already do. It’s why cash back and rewards programs, like the one offered by Fizz, are so popular. But what’s the catch? Is it really free money if you have
Beyond using Fizz's in-app budgeting tool, creating a budget is easier than you might think, and you don’t even need to put pen to paper to get started. Even basic reflection about your financial situation allows you to make the most of your money, prioritize your spending,