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April Lewis-Parks, Consolidated Credit's Director of Financial Education, loves hearing from clients -- especially when they've learned to pay down their credit card debt.
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What to Do If You Can’t Pay Your Taxes by the Deadline
Missed the tax filing deadline? You should still file and contact the IRS to see your options. Find out how it works here.
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Spring Clean Your Finances: 5 Steps to Financial Organization
How to "Spring clean" your finances in 5 simple steps: gather and organize documents, review budget, check credit report, update financial goals, automate savings.
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Financial Literacy Month: Top Resources to Improve Your Financial IQ
April is Financial Literacy Month. It's a great opportunity to learn about how to optimize spending, contributing to your overall financial well-being.
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Last-Minute Tax Tips: Maximizing Deductions Before the Deadline
Tax day is April 15, has your return been filed? These last-minute tax filing tips help maximize deductions before it's too late.
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Financial Literacy for Teens: Preparing the Next Generation
Financial literacy for teens sets them up for success that lasts a lifetime. This article covers everything from earning income, paying taxes, saving money in a bank account, building credit, and investing.
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Tax Filing Checklist: Don’t Miss These Essential Steps
Use this tax filing checklist to get your return filed on time, and your refund optimized for the maximum amount.
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How to Improve Your Credit Score in 90 Days
For this National Credit Education Month, learn how to make significant improvements to your credit in only 90 days. Apply those lessons to the rest of your life.
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Credit Education Month: Understanding Your Credit Report
March is Credit Education Month. Established in 1989 by the National Foundation for Credit Counseling, March is a time to review your reports for mistakes and ensure your credit is optimal.
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Student Loan Tips: Preparing for Graduation and Repayment
Are you ready to pay your student loans back? Check out these student loan tips to avoid high-interest debt later.
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Credit Score Myths Debunked: What Really Affects Your Score?
Credit score myths like "will checking your score bring it down" is a common misconception that isn't true. Find out what else.
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Love and Money: How to Talk Finances with Your Partner
Couples should talk about money goals early and often. Nearly 4 in 10 marriages end in divorce over miscommunication of money goals.
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Maximizing Your Tax Refund: Deductions and Credits You Might Be Missing
These often overlooked credits and deductions can help you maximize your tax return and refund after filing.
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Emergency Funds 101: Why You Need One and How to Build It This Year
Do you have 3 to 6 months worth of income saved? Four in ten Americans don't and it may put the in debt. Here's a crash course on building an emergency fund.
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Consolidated Credit Helps California Wildfire Survivors Recover Financially
If you know someone struggling financially due to the California wildfires, implore them to dial 844-331-7534 for free financial advice.
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Understanding the Latest Tax Law Changes for the 2024 Tax Year
Tax filing season starts in April 2025. It's important to understand the tax law changes 2024 to file this year.
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How To Create a Realistic Budget You’ll Stick To in 2025
A realistic budget can help you stick to and meet your financial goals in the new year. Here are five easy ways to get started.
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Should You Buy a House Now or Is It a Good Time to Refinance?
Thinking about buying a house? Get informed about current interest rates and receive guidance from Consolidated Credit's housing team.
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Data Privacy Day: A Reminder to Protect Your Personal Data
Hacks and data breaches are more common than ever. Data Privacy Day is a reminder to take online security seriously and take action.
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Set the Right Plan to Pay Off Holiday Debt
It can be difficult to shake off the weight of holiday credit card debt, but with a little guidance, you could pay off debt quicker in 2025.
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Top 5 Financial Resolutions for 2025: Start the Year Right
Follow these five steps to financial resolutions in the new year. Plan a budget, pay down debt, and start building wealth.
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Scammed at Home for the Holidays
Scammers are taking advantage of your goodwill this holiday season! Make sure your gift cards, packages, and donations are safe from holiday scams.
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Holiday Spending Stress
If you’re feeling a rise in holiday spending stress you’re not alone. Americans are finding overspending is not adding anything to their holiday cheer.
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Thanksgiving Weekend Smart Shopping Tips
Planning on doing most of your holiday shopping on Thanksgiving weekend? We have tips to help you save money on Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
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