What You Need to Get Started
- Account information of all unsecured debt
- Income and expense detail per month
- Co-debtor information
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Cost Cutting Tools and TipsCars and trucks can be expensive - the average cost an American family will pay for their vehicles over their lifetime is more than $500,000. Here are some strategies for saving money on your vehicles. Read more Find out how you can cut your health care costs through prevention, lowering prescription drug costs, making sure hospital stays don't cost more than they should, and executing money management strategies for lowering health insurance. Read more Did you know that the average U.S. family spends close to $1,300 a year on energy bills? With changes, you may be able to save a little money, or perhaps even cut your energy costs in half! Read more How to Save More and Spend Less Budgeting is perhaps the best way to save and spend more wisely. To monitor your spending habits better, keep a record of the money you spend during a one month period. Read more Browse through 20 quick money management tips to help you spend smarter. Read more |
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Unforeseen CircumstancesBrowse through our list of advantages and disadvantages before borrowing money for unplanned circumstances. Read more Trying to find the perfect gift in one shopping trip isn't always practical, particularly if you're someone who follows the "shop till you drop" approach. Take a money management tip from the pros: never go into a game without a game plan. Read more |
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Special SituationsFinancial Strategies for Single Parents Divorce is often hard on families emotionally and financially. Not only do you face the end of your marriage, but you may face the end of your lifestyle as you knew it. It may not be all bad, as it can give you the opportunity to start over. Read more There comes a time when the children must act like the adults and safeguard their parents’ finances. If you fail to take this step, then the consequences could be financially devastating. Read more Talking to Your Kids about Money Browse through some of these interesting facts about kids and money. Start talking to your kids about money management. Read more When it comes to women and money, the news can be gloomy. Women live longer, earn less, and are less secure in retirement. But the news isn’t all bad because women can also be the best budgeters, investors, savers and entrepreneurs. Read more |
| Consolidated Credit Counseling Services has been providing financial education to consumers since the early 1990s. If you’re having issues with budgeting and need advice on how to manage your money better, call 1-800-320-9929. A certified credit counselor will do a detailed budget analysis and provide tips on how to improve your money management. |
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This booklet helps you learn about all of your available banking options; from checking and savings accounts, to money markets and CDs, and even loans. Learn what options will work best for you and your family. |
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