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How to Avoid Wedding Debt

It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of wedding planning and spend more…

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What Is a Debt Consolidation Loan?
Rebecca Lake

July 1, 2025

A debt consolidation loan can lower your payment, reduce your interest rate, and simplify your debt management. Learn more about the types of debt consolidation loans.

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How to Make a Budget Plan Even if You Hate Math
Jessica Thiefels

July 1, 2025

Find out how a budget could help you save more money—even if you hate math. We have 5 easy ways to keep you on track with minimal math.

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ASU Study: Freedom Debt Relief Clients Are 24% More Financially Healthy
John Russo

July 1, 2025

The L. William Seidman Research Institute at ASU found that Freedom Debt Relief clients are…

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The Pros and Cons of Cash-Out Refinancing
Housten Donham

July 1, 2025

Cash-out refinancing can help free up cash for emergencies or other expenses. But it's important to understand the pros and cons of cash-out refinance.

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Credit Card Limits Aren’t Keeping Up — and It’s Hurting People in These States
Lyle Daly

July 1, 2025

Your credit card balance isn’t all that matters. Learn what else adds to the pressure with credit card debt.

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Looking for a Loan with Bad Credit?
John Russo

July 1, 2025

Looking for a bad credit loan? Find out where to get a bad credit loan, how to make sure your bad credit loan is legit, and more.

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Credit Utilization: What it is and how it can affect your credit score?
Richard Barrington

July 1, 2025

Credit utilization ratio is a key factor in credit scores, so lowering that ratio could help you improve your credit score. Here’s how to get started.

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How to Get a Consolidation Loan with a High DTI
Sarah Li Cain

July 1, 2025

You can overcome a high debt-to-income ratio. Learn how to find a high DTI loan.

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Personal Financial Planning: How to Make a Financial Plan
Richard Barrington

July 1, 2025

Personal financial planning means determining your current financial position, setting your goals and creating a strategy to achieve your goal.

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8 Financial Goals for 2019
Sarah Li Cain

July 1, 2025

Don’t let the year pass you by without checking these eight things. It will help you stay on top of your financial goals!

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5 Credit Score Factors You Should Know

Explore some of the most commonly asked questions about credit scores and get a deeper understanding of how they’re calculated and the steps you can take to improve your score.

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3 Expert Tips for Raising Financially Responsible Kids
John Russo

July 1, 2025

Raising financially responsible kids is the goal of many parents. Learn three expert tips on…

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5 Home Buying Mistakes to Avoid
Ben Gran

July 1, 2025

If you're in the market for a new home and looking to take out a…

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Survey: How Americans Spend Their Tax Refunds
John Russo

July 1, 2025

Freedom Debt Relief surveyed over 2,000 how they were planning to use their tax refund,…

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Survey: 54% of Americans Can’t Handle a $500 Expense
John Russo

July 1, 2025

We surveyed more than 2,000 Americans on their financial situation and learned that 54% of…

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4 New 2018 Tax Changes You Need to Know Before You File
Michael Micheletti

July 1, 2025

Find out how 2018 tax changes in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will affect…

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4 Simple Ways to Improve Your Finances in 2025
Tammi Huang

July 1, 2025

Many people want to get financially healthy this year. If you're wondering how to improve…

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Is a Debt Relief Program a Good Idea for You?
Robin Hartill, CFP

July 1, 2025

Is a debt relief program your best choice? Find out the pros and cons of each option so you can pick the path that’s right for you.

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How Voting Can Affect Your Personal Finances
Ben Gran

July 1, 2025

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

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Maxed-Out Credit Cards: Why It's Bad and What to Do About It
Lyle Daly

June 30, 2025

Why is it bad to max out your credit card? Learn how to deal with maxed-out credit cards and get debt under control.

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How to Stop Credit Card Collection Calls
Cole Tretheway

June 30, 2025

Learn your rights and how to stop collection calls from credit card companies and debt collectors.

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Open Enrollment 2021: Do You Need an HSA?
Maurie Backman

June 30, 2025

As open enrollment begins, you may want to consider enrolling in an HSA, which is…

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The Good, Fair, and Poor: How Your Credit Score Is Determined
Lyle Daly

June 30, 2025

Learn about five factors that make up the mystery behind your credit score.

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Is Debt Settlement Worth It?
Kailey Hagen

June 30, 2025

Debt settlement has both costs and benefits. We'll walk you through the strategy that could eliminate some of your debt.

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When Is It a Good Idea To Open a New Credit Card?
Ashley Maready

June 30, 2025

Follow these tips when opening a new credit card to save money, raise your credit score, and maximize your rewards.

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