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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.

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

December 4, 2024

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

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Survey: More Women Than Men Are Stressed About Debt
Survey: More Women Than Men Are Stressed About Debt

December 3, 2024

A survey from Freedom Debt Relief suggests that women tend to feel worse about debt…

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Survey: Americans Can’t Cover Emergency Expenses
Survey: Americans Can’t Cover Emergency Expenses

December 3, 2024

Are people saving enough to cover a $5000 emergency expense? We surveyed over 2,000 Americans…

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How to Improve Your Financial Health
How to Improve Your Financial Health

December 2, 2024

Your financial health is just as important as your physical health. Read these simple tips…

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Five Facts About Debt Collector Calls You Need to Know
Ten Facts About Debt Collector Calls You Need to Know

December 1, 2024

When you're struggling with debt and trying to make payments, the last thing you need…

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

December 2, 2024

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

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The Best Financial Tips We Learned from Our Dads
The Best Financial Tips We Learned from Our Dads

December 3, 2024

For many of us, our introduction to financial health and planning came from our dad…

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5 Tips for Talking to Your Partner about Debt
11 Tips for Talking to Your Partner about Debt

November 30, 2024

Find out how you and your significant other can make a plan to save more…

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