Inflation is the year’s hot topic in the U.S. — and for good reason. It’s impacting everyone! That said, understanding what causes inflation in America can help consumers and...
Read MoreIf you need cash to finance your business or pay off other expenses, one option you might consider is an installment loan. These are related to payday loans but...
Read MoreNobody ever expects emergencies, which is why they can so easily bury you in debt. Anything from a natural disaster to a pandemic, accident, or job loss can quickly turn...
Read MoreWe’ve all been there before: you’re on a mission to raise your credit score. You’ve been cleaning up your credit when you pull out your wallet and start noticing that you...
Read MoreMax and Zoe Sharp suffered through July 2022 like they had offended the gods. First, their central air conditioning needed a repair for $800. Then their beloved Great Dane,...
Read MoreCredit cards, auto loans, mortgages, insurance rates, rentals, and even lending terms often hang on one number: credit scores. That credit score will influence almost all your financial options...
Read MoreIf you’ve recently fallen behind on loan or credit line payments, you may have been told that your account will soon be charged off. If you’re wondering what that means...
Read MoreMany of our childhood dreams included a big house, fancy car, and possibly a few adorable kids, not student loans, credit card payments, or unexpected medical bills. There has...
Read MoreMost struggling college students would agree that credit cards are amazing. The idea of “free money” to buy the things you want is often too good to pass up....
Read MoreMost over-drafted bank accounts are the product of a simple mistake. Unfortunately, this honest mistake comes at a high cost to account-holders: many banks charge overdraft fees of around...
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