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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.

Learn a New Language During Quarantine: The Language of Money
Learn a New Language: The Language of Money

February 7, 2026

Looking for a productive way to spend your extra time at home during quarantine? Learn…

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How Voting Can Affect Your Personal Finances
How Voting Can Affect Your Personal Finances

February 7, 2026

Your vote bridges democracy and your personal finances. From taxes, to healthcare, to unemployment, here’s…

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How to open a bank account no creditor can touch
How to Open a Bank Account That No Creditor Can Touch

February 8, 2026

There are four tactics for protecting deposits from creditors.

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What Is Envelope Budgeting
What Is Envelope Budgeting?

February 8, 2026

Envelope budgeting could make managing your finances a lot easier. Here's how to get started.

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SBA debt relief
How to Settle SBA Loan Debt: Complete Guide to Debt Relief Options

February 8, 2026

It's possible to settle your SBA loans. Here's how to get started.

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Government Building
What Was Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Program?

February 8, 2026

Can the Biden student loan forgiveness plan help you?

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Financial Emergency
Emergency Funds: Everything You Need to Know to Prepare Yourself for a Financial Emergency

February 8, 2026

Building an emergency fund is one of the best decisions you'll ever make for your finances.

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Things to Do ASAP When You're Overwhelmed with Debt
3 Things to Do ASAP When You're Overwhelmed with Debt

February 10, 2026

Getting out of debt is possible. Here's a step-by-step guide to taking control of your finances.

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Sued for Credit Card Debt
Sued for Credit Card Debt: Learn the Steps to Protect Yourself

February 10, 2026

Even when they sue, credit card companies often settle for much less than what they’re owed so the right strategy can save you a lot of money.

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

February 10, 2026

Bad credit doesn't need to stand in the way of your dream of homeownership.

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