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Brittney Myers

Personal finance specialist

Brittney is a personal finance expert and credit card collector who believes financial education is the key to success. Her advice on how to make smarter financial decisions has been featured by major publications and read by millions.

Mid-Year Money Check: What Your Credit Utilization
Mid-Year Money Check: What Your Credit Utilization Says About You

February 9, 2026

Credit utilization can be a vital indicator of your credit health. Here's how to use it for a mid-year credit check-up.

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What are Credit Card Debt Relief Programs?
What are Credit Card Debt Relief Programs?

February 23, 2026

Ready to get rid of your credit card debt? A credit card debt relief program could be the right option for you.

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3 Examples of How to Use the Debt Snowball Method for Debt
3 Examples of How to Use the Debt Snowball Method for Debt

March 4, 2026

See how the debt snowball method works with practical examples so you can see if it's the right fit for your situation.

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How to Do a Debt Snowball
How to Do a Debt Snowball

February 23, 2026

Struggling to stay motivated while paying off debt? The debt snowball method could be the solution that energizes you.

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Can Debt Collectors Call Your Family
Can Debt Collectors Call Your Family?

March 4, 2026

Debt collectors have to follow certain rules, including limits on what they can say to your family.

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Do Credit Card Issuers Have to Tell You When They Close Your Account
Do Credit Card Issuers Have to Tell You When They Close Your Account?

February 25, 2026

Credit card declined? It could be a reader error—or your account could have been closed. Here's how to handle it.

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Why is my credit score different on different sites
Why is My Credit Score Different on Different Sites?

February 9, 2026

Your credit score can vary depending on the time and source. Here's why they're different and which scores matter.

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What Happens If You Ignore Debt Collectors?
What Happens If You Ignore Debt Collectors?

March 6, 2026

Ignoring debt collectors is tempting, but it may make things worse. Here's how to handle debt collectors.

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Should you make multiple CC payments in a month
Should You Make Multiple Credit Card Payments in a Month?

February 27, 2026

Are you paying your credit card too often—or not often enough? Here's when to make one payment or multiple each month.

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Secured Debt vs. Unsecured Debt
Secured Debt vs. Unsecured Debt: Key Differences and Similarities

February 28, 2026

Financial knowledge is financial power. Learn about secured vs. unsecured debts and the best way to use them.

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