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Kimberly Rotter

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Kimberly Rotter is a financial counselor and consumer credit expert who helps people with average or low incomes discover how to create wealth and opportunities. She’s a veteran writer and editor who has spent more than 30 years creating thousands of hours of educational content in every possible format.

What Happens if I Miss a Loan Payment?
What Happens if I Miss a Loan Payment?

March 11, 2026

Missed loan payments can happen to the best of us. Here's what happens when you miss a payment, and how to avoid it.

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Credit Card Interest Rate Cap
Credit Card Interest Rate Cap—Will It Fix Your Problems?

March 11, 2026

A proposed 10% cap on credit card rates might not help as much as it seems. Here’s what you can do instead.

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Pros and Cons of Balance Transfers
Pros and Cons of Balance Transfers

March 11, 2026

There’s good and bad with balance transfer cards. Learn the details that can help you choose whether to use them.

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When Can You Use a Credit Card Forbearance Program?
Credit Card Forbearance: Your Complete Guide to Pausing Payments in 2025

March 13, 2026

Credit card forbearance can offer temporary relief when you’re struggling. Find out more about how a forbearance program can get you back on your feet.

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How Big Should My Emergency Fund Be if I Want to Avoid Debt?
How Big Should My Emergency Fund Be if I Want to Avoid Debt?

April 2, 2026

Your emergency fund could shield you from debt. Read on to see how much savings it takes to stay debt-free.

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How to Use Credit Cards Wisely
Can I Still Use My Credit Card After Debt Settlement?

March 15, 2026

Debt settlement doesn’t mean you’ll never use credit cards again. We’ll walk you through the process to rebuild.

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Personal Financial Planning for Your Financial Goals
12 Smart Money Management Tips to See You Through the Rest of the Year

March 3, 2026

Ready to finish the year strong? We have 12 smart money tips to get you there.

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What Is the 50-30-20 Rule?
What Is the 50-30-20 Rule?

May 29, 2026

Want to make it easier to manage money? The 50/30/20 rule could work for you. Here’s how.

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Financial Skills Everyone Needs
Financial Skills Everyone Needs

May 29, 2026

Check out these financial skills we all could use and get on your way toward your money goals.

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How to Be Financially Stable—and Not Just Surviving
How to Be Financially Stable—and Not Just Surviving

May 29, 2026

Want financial stability? Take control of your money, focus on the essentials, and plan for the future. Here’s how.

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