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5 Sneaky Ways Retailers Manipulate Shoppers Online
Jim Gold on April 14, 2023
Here’s how retailers make us spend more and share private information with them through their websites and apps.
8 Types of Companies That Look at Your Credit Report
Miranda Marquit on April 1, 2023
Federal law lets these entities peek at your credit — regardless of whether you’re borrowing money.
Bad or No Credit Score? CreditStrong Can Help
MTN Staff on March 9, 2023
Sponsored. If you’d like to build a super credit score, here are some tools that could make your day.
6 Ways to Tackle Your Unpaid Medical Bills
Rachel Christian (The Penny Hoarder) on January 4, 2023
Medical debt can do lasting damage to your finances. Find out here how you can help lower or even eliminate it.
5 Ways to Deal With Debt Collectors if You’re Afraid to Pick Up the Phone
Jen Smith (The Penny Hoarder) on January 4, 2023
Debt collection can be intimidating. Here’s how you can get a better hold on the situation.
What Is a Secured Credit Card and How Can It Boost Credit?
Rachel Christian (The Penny Hoarder) on January 3, 2023
Learn the difference between unsecured and secured credit here — and see if a secured credit card can help you build a better credit score.
Top 15 Cities Where People Are Buying Investment Properties
Stessa Editors on September 12, 2022
Homeowners can earn a lot of money by renting out their property.
Where Are Young Buyers Relying on Older Co-Signers to Buy Homes?
Lauren Thomas on June 16, 2022
Aspiring homebuyers are avoiding being priced out of the market with the help of older friends and family in these places.
15 Cities Where Homebuyers Make the Biggest Down Payments
Inspection Support Network Editors on May 16, 2022
There is a deficit of homes, which means higher costs. In these areas, the competitive market has pushed buyers to put more money down.
12 Tips for Surviving a Volatile Stock Market
Marilyn Lewis on May 10, 2022
Uncertainty is scary. How do investors stay calm and avoid mistakes?
15 Cities With the Most Luxury Home Sales
Inspection Support Network Editors on May 9, 2022
High-end home sales were rising even before the pandemic. Federal data shows these are the places where it’s happening the most now.
15 Cities Where Homebuyers Get the Best Interest Rates
Jonathan Jones on April 13, 2022
As mortgage interest rates creep up, federal data shows these places are still in the best shape.
Where Are Seniors Buying Homes?
Jonathan Jones on April 11, 2022
Federal data shows these are the places where the most seniors are buying homes.
15 Cities Where Women Are Buying Homes
Inspection Support Network Editors on March 29, 2022
More women are moving into the real estate marketplace, especially in these metro areas.
15 Cities With the Highest Debt-to-Income Ratios in 2022
Jonathan Jones on March 25, 2022
People in these places are in over their heads financially, and it’s affecting their ability to buy homes.
14 Money Terms to Learn So You Don’t Die Broke
Jim Gold and Marilyn Lewis on February 24, 2022
Want to outlive your money? Ignore these crucial financial concepts.
9 Ways to Avoid Overdraft Fees
Timothy Moore (The Penny Hoarder) on February 15, 2022
Don’t let overdraft fees destroy your budget. Instead, find a bank that doesn’t charge when you overdraw your account.
Want to Keep Your Money Safe? This Is the One List You Need
Karla Bowsher on February 14, 2022
Some companies track all kinds of data about you — and share it with others. Know what they know so you can protect your finances.
10 Banks With the Lowest Ratings in America — Is Yours on the List?
Dana Sitar (The Penny Hoarder) on February 9, 2022
These are Americans’ least favorite banks — and what you can do if yours is one of them.
The Government Needs Your Help Cracking Down on Fees From Banks and Mortgage Lenders
Javier Simon on February 1, 2022
A federal agency wants to hear about excessive and unreasonable fees charged by financial institutions.
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