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Kailey Hagen

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Kailey is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional and has been writing about finance, including credit cards, banking, insurance, and retirement, since 2013. Her advice has been featured in major personal finance publications.

What is an Economic Injury Disaster Loan?
What is an Economic Injury Disaster Loan?

June 11, 2025

An Economic Injury Disaster loan can be used to meet business obligations during a disaster.…

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Frozen Bank Account
Why a Bank Account Could be Frozen and How to Deal With It

June 6, 2025

A frozen bank account can be the result of numerous things, including suspected fraud, unpaid debts, or illegal activity. Learning that your bank account is frozen can be a little unnerving

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How to Buy a House with Bad Credit
How to Buy a House with Bad Credit

June 6, 2025

Wondering how to buy a house with bad credit? It’s more difficult, but it is…

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 How Much Credit Card Debt Is Too Much
How Much Credit Card Debt Is Too Much?

May 30, 2025

Learn the signs that you’re carrying too much credit card debt. How to get out of credit card debt.

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Commercial Loan
What Is a Commercial Loan?

June 11, 2025

Learn about commercial loans for business and real estate, how to get approved for a commercial loan and how commercial loans work.

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Perfect Credit: How to Get the Highest Credit Score

June 7, 2025

Learn what the highest credit scores are for different scoring models and how to get the best credit score possible.

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

June 2, 2025

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

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How Often Does Your Credit Score Update
How Often Does Your Credit Score Update?

May 29, 2025

Your credit score is updated every time a lender or creditor provides new data to the credit bureaus.Your credit score changes based on the most recent data and…

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Reducing Expenses During a Sudden Financial Hardship
Reducing Expenses During a Sudden Financial Hardship

June 8, 2025

It's natural to feel anxious during a difficult time. Learn how to reduce your expenses…

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How Much Can You Borrow on a Home Equity Loan?
How Much Can You Borrow With a Home Equity Loan?

June 6, 2025

How much equity you can borrow from your home depends on its value, your mortgage…

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