Consolidating credit card debt with a personal loan means taking out a new personal loan, using the loan proceeds to pay off credit card balances and then paying off the new loan. Consolidating accounts with a personal loan can help you get out of debt faster, as long as you have a solid plan for paying it off.

The average FICO score fell to 715 in April, down one point since January and two points from a year earlier. For consumers, that decline is more than just a number—it reflects how a growing trend of negative credit report marks,

Millions of Americans rely on loans to manage daily expenses, navigate unexpected costs, or invest in their future. Yet for many with limited or damaged credit, finding a lender willing to work with them can feel impossible.

When it comes to funding your small business, loans offer a flexible way to get a lump sum of money for just about any business need and repayments are quite predictable. OnDeck is one small business loan lender that we've ranked as best for same-day funding but this lender offers a lot more than just quick cash.

Reps. Young Kim and Janelle Bynum introduced the Credit Access and Inclusion Act to expand what counts as credit history.

Ferndale-headquartered Credit Union ONE announced Tuesday that it acquired Flint-based Icon Mortgage, a full-service mortgage lender licensed to do business in Michigan, Florida and Texas.