My Credit Was Ruined Over Medical Bills and Health Issues—Now What? If medical bills or a personal health crisis caused your once-solid credit score to nosedive, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans experience financial strain due to healthcare costs, and even a brief period of missed payments can leave a lasting mark on your credit […]
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From birth to 18, a girl needs good parents. From 18 to 35, she needs good looks, from 35 to 55, good personality. From 55 on, she needs good cash. I’m saving my money. ~ Sophie Tucker Well, I better start saving my money. I’m too old to get help from my parents and I am
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Are you too scared to face your financial situation? Maybe you’ve heard, time and time again, that you need to get your credit report or check your FICO credit score, but you’re too afraid to see what they look like. Perhaps you have a large or overdue tax bill and just thinking about the IRS
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So you’ve probably heard the news about the spending boom that occurred on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. In-store and online sales were up 7% and 33% respectively, on each of those days. Even if you didn’t participate in the multi-billion dollar shopping frenzy, have you considered the spending you’re likely to do in the
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As more homes go into foreclosure, you might be considering investing in a foreclosed property to generate some extra income. Foreclosed homes can be moneymakers in strong rental markets or if you’re able to sell a deeply discounted property for a higher price in the future. Regardless of whether you’re considering a foreclosure for investment purposes or
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Have you decided to make the switch from a bank to a credit union or to simply transfer banks? Many consumers are doing just that – especially in light of rising bank fees, the recent Bank Transfer Day and the ongoing Occupy Wall Street movement. 3 Ways to Avoid Rising Bank Fees While you can
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Black Friday may have brought out the holiday shopping crowds, but Cyber Monday is increasingly generating the biggest bucks for retailers as consumers hop online to make merry and find gifts for the holidays. According to data from IBM Coremetrics and comScore, Cyber Monday sales rose 20% in 2010 and topped $1 billion in online
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If you’ve been thinking about closing up your regular bank account in favor of joining a credit union, make sure you understand both the benefits and disadvantages of making the switch. As bank fees continue to rise and many retail banks impose penalties on low balances, many Americans are turning their sights on credit unions
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When Kim Kardashian announced she was divorcing her husband, basketball player Kris Humphries, after just 72 days of marriage, the backlash against the reality TV star was swift and intense. Among those publicly calling the marriage a sham was none other than Kardashian’s former publicist, Jonathan Jaxson. But when Jaxson flat-out suggested in media interviews
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As the holiday season gets into full swing, you may not be feeling as cheerful and festive these days as some of your friends and family members. Money problems or personal issues can dampen even the brightest of outlooks. In fact, for some people, the holidays end up being a time of sadness and even
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Looking for practical ways to earn extra cash before the year wraps up? Whether you’re prepping for holiday expenses or just want to boost your savings, now’s a great time to explore simple yet effective ways to make more money. You don’t need to take on another job or upend your schedule to bring in
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As much as you would like to believe it, no, you didn’t just win a brand new Mercedes Benz or $1 million – just in time for the holidays. That telephone call you may have received about your exciting “win” in a sweepstakes or lottery is just a scam, according to the Better Business Bureau,
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For many Americans, a big part of the holiday season involve giving presents to others. But it’s perfectly fine and feasible to not give gifts to family and friends and still enjoy the holiday season. In fact, if the tough economy or a job layoff has taken a toll on your household budget, this could
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From Black Friday doorbuster specials to Christmas sales, the holiday shopping frenzy may soon engage your inner shopaholic – and leave you with a mound of debt by New Year’s. The average American is expected to spend a little more than $700 on holiday gifts and seasonal merchandise in 2011, according to the National Retail
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If you need help eliminating credit card bills or getting rid of other forms of debt, a debt relief program may seem like the only viable option for getting help with your debt and your finances back on track. While you can find some legitimate debt help agencies out there, you can also easily stumble
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