How Does Extra Work?

Extra is the first debit card that builds credit. We rounded up everything you need to know about how Extra works from debit card rewards to no interest fees!

Credit Wizard

April 23, 2021

Breaking Down a Good Credit Score

For better or worse, your credit score is important. Everyone wants to have a good one, but everyone doesn’t even know what a good one is. Don’t worry, we’re gonna let you in on the secret.

Credit Wizard

October 6, 2021

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Credit 101

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How to Save Money When You Barely Have Any

From furniture to an emergency fund, we’ve all got a long list of things we need to save for. But...how are you supposed to save money when you barely have any?

Credit Wizard

October 6, 2021

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Finance 101

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Gossip About Your Credit Score That Just Isn't True

Most of us didn’t get a class to cover credit or credit scores in school, leading to a lot of misinformation out there. That's why we busted 10 of the most common credit score myths!

Credit Wizard

September 27, 2021

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Credit 101

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Tips For Financial Planning In Your 20's

Most twenty-somethings can relate to the idea of “figuring things out," so we rounded up our top financial tips for twenty-somethings who just don’t know where to start when it comes to a budget.

Credit Wizard

September 8, 2021

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Finance 101

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What Credit Score Do You Need To Buy A Car?

It's no secret that most cars are expensive and that most car buyers in the US need a loan! The secret to a good loan? A good credit score!

Credit Wizard

September 8, 2021

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Credit 101

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Breaking Down Credit Score Ranges

Everyone is talking about credit scores but no one is explaining what they are, or where to even find out what your credit score is, so we broke down some credit score basics for you!

Credit Wizard

September 8, 2021

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Credit 101

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How Student Loans Affect Your Credit Score

If you went to college, you probably had to take out a student loan or two. Most college students don’t have much of a choice. What most college kids don't know, however, is how these loans affect your credit score!

Credit Wizard

September 8, 2021

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Credit 101

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Budgeting 101

A budget is the first step towards meeting your big financial goals. Check our ultimate guide to budgeting to learn how to save and spend wisely.

Credit Wizard

August 19, 2021

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Finance 101

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What Affects A Credit Score

Whether you’ve recently checked your credit score, or finally Googled what a credit score is, you may have questions about what makes up a credit score.

Credit Wizard

August 19, 2021

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Credit 101