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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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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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Payday Loan Consolidation: What Are My Best Options?
Richard Barrington

June 30, 2025

Payday loans and cash advances are very expensive. Payday loan consolidation can give you a lower interest rate and more time to repay your debt.

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Basic Money Management Skills Everyone Should Have
Aly J. Yale

June 30, 2025

Everyone needs basic money management skills. They can help you save money and stay out of debt.

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How to Save $100 by Unsubscribing from Entertainment Apps
Cole Tretheway

June 30, 2025

Many of us have no idea what we spend on subscription services every year. How…

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What Does it Mean to be a Cosigner?
Richard Barrington

June 30, 2025

Cosigning means taking legal responsibility for a loan. Learn how cosigning might impact your finances and credit, and how to protect yourself.

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Same-Sex Couples Denied a Mortgage More Often
Ashley Maready

June 30, 2025

A study shows same-sex couples are denied a mortgage more often than then heterosexual couples.…

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How to Build Credit after Domestic Abuse
Anna Baluch

June 30, 2025

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’ve compiled this list of tips on how…

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How to Dispute Your Credit Report
Brittney Myers

June 30, 2025

Errors on your credit report can make it harder to qualify for a loan. Learn how to detect and dispute errors on your credit report.

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