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Credit Score Chart and Credit Score Range
Richard Barrington

August 27, 2025

Check your credit score and see where it falls on a credit score chart. A typical FICO credit score chart ranges from 300 - 800.

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How to Raise Your Credit Score
Richard Barrington

August 27, 2025

How to raise your credit score? Before shopping for a loan., follow these steps to raise your credit score fast. 1. Clear up errors on your credit report 2. Resolve any ...

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Coronavirus Stimulus Package: What it Means For You
Steve Tanner

August 27, 2025

Learn what's in the coronavirus stimulus package.

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Will Coronavirus Testing Add to My Medical Debt?
Molly Zilli

August 27, 2025

Learn more about the potential costs of coronavirus testing and treatment so you can try…

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Debt Settlement vs. Debt Consolidation: Which Is Right for You?
Richard Barrington

August 27, 2025

Debt consolidation helps you reorganize your debt. Debt settlement is for people who can’t afford their debts.

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Credit Card Debt Lawyer: Should You Use One?
Cole Tretheway

August 27, 2025

Debt lawyers specialize in law concerning the collection of debt. If you loan money to someone, you may use a debt lawyer to file a lawsuit to collect it.

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Can You Settle Credit Card Debt After Being Served? Complete Guide 2025
Richard Barrington

August 27, 2025

Yes, you can settle credit card debt after being served—find out how.

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How to Set up a Christmas Budget
Maurie Backman

August 27, 2025

We all like to be generous during the holidays, but you don’t need to overspend.…

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What Is Bill Consolidation?
Lyle Daly

August 27, 2025

Learn how to consolidate bills with debt consolidation loans or debt management plans.

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12 Ways to Save Money for Vacation
Richard Barrington

August 27, 2025

While you’re on vacation, it can be hard to relax because you’re worried about the…

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If You Have Lost Medical Insurance, You’re Not Alone
Justine Nelson

August 27, 2025

During the coronavirus pandemic, more than one in seven adults have become uninsured. So if…

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The New Coronavirus Stimulus Package: What Will You Get Now
Anna Baluch

August 27, 2025

Congress has reached agreement on a new $900 billion COVID-19 stimulus package. Here is some…

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How Access to Care and Insurance Affects Medical Debt
Steve Tanner

August 27, 2025

Access to medical care for low-income persons disproportionately impacts people of color, especially African Americans,…

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Debt Settlement Taxes: Understanding the Tax Implications of Forgiven Debt [Updated for 2025]
Lyle Daly

August 27, 2025

One of the last steps in negotiating debt is figuring out your potential tax bill. Learn about debt settlement taxes here.

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Complete Guide to Bank Account Levy and Garnishment
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

August 27, 2025

Yes, debt collectors can access your bank account. But you can take advance action to prevent this nightmare.

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Tips to Get the Best Interest Rate When Consolidating Your Debt
Maurie Backman

August 27, 2025

The right approach to consolidating your debt could save you big time on interest.

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How to Rebuild Financial Confidence After Debt Relief
Rebecca Lake

August 27, 2025

Debt relief can get your finances back on track, but you might need a little help to boost your money confidence.

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7 Ways to Save Money on Healthcare
Kailey Hagen

August 26, 2025

Here are 7 ideas that may help you save money on healthcare and still get…

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How Much Credit Card Debt Is Too Much?
Kailey Hagen

August 26, 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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Understanding Bankruptcy: Chapter 7 vs Chapter 13
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

August 26, 2025

Bankruptcy Chapter 7 vs Chapter 13: How does Chapter 7 bankruptcy work, how does Chapter 13 bankruptcy work, differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13

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COVID Credit Card Debt Relief: Who Offers It?
Richard Barrington

August 26, 2025

How to get COVID debt relief for credit card debt. While there is no formal government-backed COVID credit card debt forgiveness program, many financial institutions and loan servicers are working with customers impacted by COVID.

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What Is a Home Equity Loan?
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

August 26, 2025

Learn how home equity loans work and how to calculate home equity. You can use a home equity loan to make home improvements, pay for college expenses or consolidate debt.

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How to Get a Home Equity Loan with Bad Credit
Aly J. Yale

August 26, 2025

It’s not impossible to get a home equity loan with bad credit. Though a low credit score could certainly make it harder to get a loan, learn about ways to make it happen.

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6 Ways to Improve Your Financial Literacy
Justine Nelson

August 26, 2025

If you have made it a goal to learn more about personal finance, then you…

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Credit Card Minimum Payment: Everything You Need to Know
Richard Barrington

August 26, 2025

Credit card companies set minimum payments low to make more money. Get out of credit card debt by paying more.

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How Much of Your Income Should You Spend on Housing?
Richard Barrington

August 26, 2025

The 25-30% rule is a guideline for how much of your income to spend on housing. Learn how to use it to help you have more money for your goals.

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