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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.

8 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Refinancing a Student Loan
8 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Refinancing a Student Loan

February 3, 2026

Looking to refinance an old student loan with a new one? Ask yourself these eight vital questions first.

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Reasons to Choose a Debt Consolidation Loan vs. a Balance Transfer Card
5 Reasons to Choose a Debt Consolidation Loan vs. a Balance Transfer Card

February 3, 2026

Balance transfer cards get a lot of attention. Here’s why a debt consolidation loan might be better.

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How to Save Your Home From Foreclosure
How to Save Your Home from Foreclosure

February 3, 2026

If foreclosure is a possibility, stay calm and consider Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Here’s how it could help save your home.

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How to Avoid Debt as a First-Year Homeowner
How to Avoid Debt as a First-Year Homeowner

February 3, 2026

Don’t fall victim to rookie mistakes. Here’s how to steer clear of debt in your first year of owning a home.

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Does Paying the Minimum Payment Hurt Your Credit Score?
Does Paying the Minimum Payment Hurt Your Credit Score?

February 3, 2026

Minimum credit card payments mean more interest could impact your credit score. Find out why your payments matter.

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Credit Invisible
Credit Invisible: What Is It and What Can You Do About It?

February 3, 2026

Without a credit history, you're practically invisible. Keep reading to learn how to be seen and admired.

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Debt Avalanche Method Instructions
Debt Avalanche Method Instructions

February 3, 2026

A debt avalanche could save you time and money when paying off credit card debt. Learn how it works here.

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Can My Social Security Be Garnished
Can Social Security Benefits Be Taken If You Have Unpaid Debt?

February 3, 2026

Are your Social Security benefits at risk if you don't pay creditors? See which benefits are protected from garnishment.

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7 Smart Ways to Use Your Credit Cards in a Recession
8 Smart Ways to Use Your Credit Cards in a Recession

February 3, 2026

Different times call for different spending strategies. Here are the best ways to use credit cards in a recession.

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How much debt can be forgiven with debt settlement
How Much Debt Can Be Forgiven With Debt Settlement?

February 3, 2026

Got too much debt? Here’s how debt settlement might help.

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