Lifestyle

Authorized User: Does It Build Credit? Being added to someone else’s credit card can help your credit, because many issuers report that account’s history to your file too. The risk runs both ways — their late payments and high balances land on your report as well.

Kids stay safest when they trick-or-treat with a trusted adult or group, use crosswalks, and carry a light or wear reflective gear. Adults can avoid Halloween scams by pausing before clicking links and never sharing passwords, PINs, or card numbers.

The CFPB's 2025 rule banning medical debt from credit reports was struck down in court, so no federal law removes it. Credit bureaus still voluntarily exclude paid medical debt, balances under $500, and debt less than 12 months old.

What happens to joint accounts in a divorce? Both spouses remain responsible until the account is closed, paid off, or refinanced. Learn how to protect your credit.

What are "boomerang kids"? Adult children who return to live with their parents after a period of independence.

What is inflation? | How does inflation affect your money? | Inflation explained: Inflation is when prices rise over time, making your money buy less.

Steps to take when facing a debt lawsuit. Why you should take a debt lawsuit seriously, even if you don’t recognize the debt or can’t afford to pay it immediately.

Learn and grow in — etiquette, which is just a heartfelt way of saying good manners

Applying manners in difficult conversations involves more than choosing polite words.

Mastering office etiquette is key to thriving at work — today’s workplaces favor collaboration and casualness over rigid hierarchy.