What is a credit card? A credit card is a way to pay for goods and services and is essentially a type of short term loan issued by a bank or a financial institution to the account holder. This means that whenever you spend with your card, you’re borrowing money from the bank and paying […]
Most of us are unaware of how important it is to start building our credit scores early in life. We only realise this 3-digit number plays a vital role in getting our bank loans and credit card applications approved later on. Read on to find out why you should start establishing your credit score at […]
It is important to keep your credit score in good shape so you can apply for loans, credit cards and get lower interest rates. Read this article to find out six bad financial decisions that can hurt your credit score. A good credit score is a great privilege. It increases your chances of securing a […]
Credit cards can boost or sink your credit score, a financial tool that opens doors to many good things in life – such as favourable bank loans for your dream car and home, as well as competitive interest rates. Find out what you should do and what to avoid so you can achieve a healthy […]
A good credit score can help you achieve important milestones in life – like getting a loan for your home, buying a car or starting a business. However, there are many misconceptions out there about how credit scores work. Here are the most common credit score myths that you should be aware of. Your credit […]
Greater financial inclusivity would open more opportunities for people to build savings, make investments and have access to credit. In this episode of #CHInsights, we take a deeper look at how credit accessibility affects the state of financial inclusivity in a county. In a world still ravaged by income inequality, poverty, and socio-economic issues, country […]
A credit report is important because it helps you assess whether you are eligible to apply for a credit card, personal loan or mortgage. Read this article to find out how you can read and check your credit report for free! Getting rejected for a credit card or loan isn’t a personal slight against you, […]
CTOS Malaysia is providing FREE MyCTOS Score credit reports for Malaysians vis the partnership with CompareHero.my. Here’s how you can check, read, and understand your latest CTOS credit score for FREE! Let’s be honest – many of us don’t actually know much about credit scores, but it’s actually crucial in helping us with our finances. […]
Updated 3rd November 2019 Whether you are a freelancer, running your own business or a work-at-home housewife, you are considered as self-employed. In Malaysia, it may not be easy for you to apply for a loan or a credit card. However, it does not mean that it is impossible. You just need to know where […]