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Another interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve means that the cost of debt for consumers just got higher again. WalletHub has revised their map of cities with the most and least sustainable credit card balances. Can you still afford to pay off your debt in a cost-effective way or do you need debt relief?..
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If you thought lending money to family was a bad idea, consider that 36 million Americans admit they’ve run into trouble when they decided to loan credit cards to friends and family. Learn why it’s a bad idea and what you can do instead to help someone out...
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If you took a trip to the emergency room after an accident, you might be surprised to learn you have a lien that gives the hospital a right to part of any claim you receive. It’s one way hospitals ensure they collect on your medical bills. We explain how to get out of medical debt collections...
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Millennials are the first to jump on new technology that makes their lives easier, but a new survey finds they also may be the first to dump tech that doesn’t perform like they expect. This survey shows the problems with our current mobile banking experience...
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The new Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell admits that student loan debt problems hold Americans back and could slow down economic growth. Learn how outstanding student loans can hurt your credit and what solutions you can use to fix your financial situation...
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A new report finds that American consumers are breaking records with past due debt payments, while businesses are managing to keep up. If the economy is strong, then why are some many families facing collection accounts and credit damage?..
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Discount grocer Aldi is the latest company to be targeted by identity thieves. Credit card skimmers were camouflaged on top of payment terminals, storing card numbers and PINs for Aldi customers. We offer tips on how to protect your identity in a technology-driven world...
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A new study finds 15 million people hide credit cards and bank accounts from their partners. We look at current trends in financial infidelity and offer tips on how to have an honest money talk with your significant other, just in time for Valentine’s Day!..
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The Republican tax bill won’t affect your filing this year, but you may see tax benefits as soon as February 2018. According to the U.S. Treasury, about 90% of people will see more take-home income this month as the reform reduces how much is taken out of your paycheck. Here’s what you need to know…..
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A new study finds that 2 out of 3 consumers believe they will never be debt free, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing when you consider the difference between good debt vs bad debt. We explain the difference so you can get the right financing for your needs...
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Student loan debt problems don’t affect all demographics equally. Learn who is most likely to default on student loans and what you can do if you’ve defaulted on student debt yourself...
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If you’ve resolved to live debt free this year, Consolidated Credit has four essential tips for avoiding debt this year. You can also sign up for our Debt Free Living 2018 webinar..
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Whether you’ve been denied credit or you don’t think credit cards are necessary, there are things you should do when you’re living without credit cards...
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A new study by LendEDU finds that student loan payments may be the top gift of 2018. Borrowers would prefer help with student loan debt over Bitcoin and the iPhone X!..
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Six states now offer tax-advantaged homebuyer savings accounts to help homebuyers overcome the financial barriers to buying a home, such as closing costs...
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More employers are offering a student loan benefits program as a workplace perk. Are these new match programs even more useful than 401(k) match programs?..
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Consolidated Credit asked indebted Americans about their holiday spending plan for this year. The results reveal a “gift gap” that’s rivals the wage gap...
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Thanksgiving isn’t the most expensive holiday, but it can still bust your budget. Watch this video for Thanksgiving shopping tips and frugal meal planning...
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Coffee giant Starbucks announces a new credit card with coffee rewards for java fanatics, but is this is the right choices for caffeine addicts on a budget?..
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A new survey reveals how much credit is a barrier to first time homebuyers. But what's the right credit score to buy a house and how do you achieve it?..
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For the 13th year in a row, bank fees have hit new all-time highs. Find out where ATM and overdraft fees are the worst and what you can do to minimize them...
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Trying to game the credit system to achieve a higher score can seem like a great idea, but one wrong move could land you in a heap of credit card debt...
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Nearly half of Americans carry unpaid credit card balances for more than two years. We calculate the cost of credit card interest charges over two years...
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In the wake of the Equifax breach, CFPB Director Richard Cordray explains why the credit monitors in the U.S. need some monitoring of their own...
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