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John Russo

John Russo is a Creative Manager at Freedom Debt Relief. His goal is to make the world of personal finance more accessible so that everyday people can find the right financial solutions for themselves. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, reading pretty much anything, and spending time with his fiancée and two cats.

3 Expert Tips for Raising Financially Responsible Kids
3 Expert Tips for Raising Financially Responsible Kids

March 17, 2025

Raising financially responsible kids is the goal of many parents. Learn three expert tips on…

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Tips to Defend Yourself Against Zombie Debt
Tips to Defend Yourself Against Zombie Debt

March 15, 2025

Knowing whether your old debt has truly expired can be tricky. Read these tips for…

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ASU Study: Freedom Debt Relief Clients Are 24% More Financially Healthy
ASU Study: Freedom Debt Relief Clients Are 24% More Financially Healthy

March 18, 2025

The L. William Seidman Research Institute at ASU found that Freedom Debt Relief clients are…

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How to Understand and Conquer Financial Phobia
How to Understand and Conquer Financial Phobia

March 17, 2025

If you’re suffering from financial phobia, you’re not alone. Learn more about this fear, how…

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The 3 Most Unexpected Costs of Owning a Home
The 3 Most Unexpected Costs of Owning a Home

March 19, 2025

We asked over 1,000 homeowners to tell us about the three most unexpected costs of…

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60% of Americans Aren’t Saving Enough for Retirement
60% of Americans Aren’t Saving Enough for Retirement

March 18, 2025

Our latest survey revealed that 60% of Americans aren’t saving enough for retirement. If that…

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Survey: How Americans Spend Their Tax Refunds
Survey: How Americans Spend Their Tax Refunds

March 17, 2025

Freedom Debt Relief surveyed over 2,000 how they were planning to use their tax refund,…

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Do You Really Need a 20% Down Payment?
Do You Really Need a 20% Down Payment?

March 19, 2025

It is necessary to make a 20% down payment when buying a home? We interviewed…

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