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Resolutions 2020: Crush Your Debt in 3 Simple Steps
Donna Freedman on December 23, 2019
Skip regret and become debt-free in the new year. It takes a little fortitude, but it’s as simple as 1-2-3.
Should I Use Savings to Pay Off My Mortgage?
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 23, 2019
Which is better: Money in the bank, or a debt-free home? It depends.
2-Minute Money Manager: Why Did My Credit Score Drop After Paying Off Debt?
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 2, 2019
Sometimes credit scores aren’t logical. This is one of those times.
2-Minute Money Manager: What Are Negative Interest Rates?
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 25, 2019
Imagine the bank paying you to borrow and charging you to save. Welcome to the wacky world of negative rates.
2-Minute Money Manager: No One Will Give Me a Credit Card — Any Suggestions?
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 22, 2019
Rebuilding credit after a bankruptcy isn’t easy, but it is simple.
4 Benefits and 4 Downsides of Store Credit Cards
Maryalene LaPonsie on November 13, 2019
Will applying for that store credit card come back to bite you?
You’ll Never Retire Comfortably Unless You Get Rid of This
Guest Blogger on September 23, 2020
You’ll go broke in your golden years if you carry a big balance on your credit cards.
The 3 Best Cash-Back Cards for the Shopping Season
Money Talks News on November 19, 2020
Get cash back while eating out, shopping and entertaining and 0% interest on balance transfers for a whopping 15-month period.
2-Minute Money Manager: Will Paying Off Old Debts Help My Credit?
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 4, 2019
You’d think that paying off an old, unpaid debt would help your credit score. But does it?
The True Cost of a Mortgage in Every State
Alex Valdes on October 2, 2019
Most of us can’t pay cash for a house, and taking out a mortgage can cost a lot. Exactly how much may shock you.
2-Minute Money Manager: Will Signing Up for Lots of Credit Cards Hurt My Credit?
Stacy Johnson CPA on September 30, 2019
Here’s how applying for a bunch of credit cards affects your credit in the short term and the long term.
Love Walmart? New Cards Offer up to 5% Back on Purchases There
Money Talks News on September 26, 2019
A new credit card offers big rewards for Walmart shoppers.
4 Reasons the Average FICO Credit Score Just Set a New Record
Karla Bowsher on September 21, 2019
How does your credit score compare with the national average?
2-Minute Money Manager: Good Versus Bad Debt — What’s the Difference?
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 12, 2019
Not all debt is a downer. In fact, some debt can make you rich. Here’s how to tell good debt from bad.
How to Compute How Much House You Can Afford
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 7, 2021
Here’s how to decide if you can afford the home you want — and what to do if you can’t.
6 Steps to Help a Teenager Build Credit
Angela Colley on July 9, 2019
Here’s the safe and sane path for parents to help teenagers become financially responsible.
2-Minute Money Manager: Does a Credit Card Balance Help My Credit Score?
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 1, 2019
It seems logical: Credit card companies will reward you with a higher score if you carry a balance. But is it true?
7 Reasons Your Credit Card Will Get Declined — and How to Avoid It
Angela Colley on June 25, 2019
Exceeding your credit limit is hardly the only reason your plastic can be rejected. Beware these lesser-known causes.
Pay 0% on Balance Transfers Until September 2020
MTN Staff on January 19, 2021
This great offer can give you a reprieve from high-interest debt while you implement your strategy to pay off credit card balances.
9 Tips for Getting the Best Deal on a Mortgage
Marilyn Lewis on November 2, 2020
These tips can save you thousands of dollars the next time you buy a house or refinance a home loan.
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