The TomoCredit Blog

Not every red mark on your credit report is actually accurate. Here are the seven most common types of credit disputes, what causes each one, and exactly how to fix them.

New data from TomoCredit shows 82% of a sample of 5,663 California users saw their credit scores increase after using TomoCredit's financial products.

You paid down debt and expected your score to rise. Then nothing happened, or it moved less than you hoped. Here are the most common reasons why, and what to do next.

If you're new to the U.S. or just new to credit, you might be doing everything right and still feel stuck. Here's a simple step-by-step plan to build credit from scratch.

When you search "credit cards for bad credit," you'll find a lot of options — some helpful, some expensive traps. Here's how to spot the red flags and choose a card that actually helps.

A tax refund can feel like a fresh start. Here's a practical 7-step plan to use it to build credit fast — the real way: steady improvement over 30–90 days.

A credit score isn't your worth, but it can affect your options. If you're credit invisible, new to the U.S., or rebuilding, you can still build credit with the right system and consistent habits.

Immigrants in the U.S. are significantly more entrepreneurial than the native-born population, but often face lower credit scores. Here's how to start building credit.

A tax refund can feel like a financial reset button. Here's a friendly, practical plan to use it wisely and build credit fast, even with bad credit.

A tax refund can feel like a financial reset button. Here's a friendly, practical plan to use it wisely and build credit fast, even with bad credit.

A sudden drop in your credit score — whether it's 20 points or a dramatic 100-point decline — can be alarming. The good news is most score drops are explainable, and in many cases, reversible.

Building credit at 18 is one of the most empowering financial decisions you can make. Here's how to start, from student credit cards to becoming an authorized user.