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Re:LendUp (YC W12) Scores $150M for a Credit Card That Won’t... by callmeed on Saturday January 23, 2016 @04:15PM (#10960127)
I've been using LendUp regularly just in an attempt to help rebuild my credit (I've never actually needed the loan). I think their service is fantastic and I really hope they remain independent and true to their mission as they grow.
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Re:LendUp (YC W12) Scores $150M for a Credit Card That Won’t... by username_in_use on Sunday January 24, 2016 @01:13AM (#10961681)
This is a horrible way to build credit. You are literally throwing money in the trash. Go get a secured credit card.
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Re:LendUp (YC W12) Scores $150M for a Credit Card That Won’t... by rdl on Sunday January 24, 2016 @04:28PM (#10964099)
Diversity of types of loan is worth it (card, installment debt). If you're borrowing $1000 at 7% for a year it's on par with the fees for a secured credit card.
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Re:LendUp (YC W12) Scores $150M for a Credit Card That Won’t... by interesting_att on Saturday January 23, 2016 @04:40PM (#10960232)
Did you see an improvement in your credit score?
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Re:LendUp (YC W12) Scores $150M for a Credit Card That Won’t... by samstave on Saturday January 23, 2016 @08:30PM (#10961047)
Can you explain your process and your results?
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