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Kailey Hagen, CFP

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Kailey is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional and has been writing about finance, including credit cards, banking, insurance, and retirement, since 2013. Her advice has been featured in major personal finance publications.

What Happens After a Credit Card Is Charged Off?
What Happens When Your Credit Card Is Charged Off?

October 31, 2026

You can bounce back from a credit card charge-off. Here's how to get started.

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Financial Infidelity
Hiding Debt From Your Spouse: How to Come Clean

April 2, 2026

Save your relationship from financial infidelity. Here's how you can start the conversation with your partner.

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How Voting Can Affect Your Personal Finances
Voting With Your Wallet: How Elections Can Affect Your Finances

October 28, 2026

Your vote bridges democracy and your personal finances.

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What Is Envelope Budgeting
What Is Envelope Budgeting?

October 30, 2026

Envelope budgeting could make managing your finances a lot easier. Here's how to get started.

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The Statute of Limitations on Debt Has Passed. Now What?
The Statute of Limitations on Debt Has Passed. Now What?

October 30, 2026

The end of the statute of limitations could be a game-changer for your debt. Here’s how to handle it.

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The Best Financial Tips We Learned from Our Dads
The Best Financial Tips We Learned from Our Dads

October 31, 2026

For many of us, our introduction to financial health and planning came from our dad…

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How to Buy a House with Bad Credit
How to Buy a House with Bad Credit

October 31, 2026

Bad credit doesn't need to stand in the way of your dream of homeownership.

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Is Debt Relief Legit
Is Debt Relief Legit?

October 31, 2026

Legitimate debt relief companies exist—but so do scammers. Here's how to tell the difference.

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How to save on a vehicle purchase
Spring Survey: Consumers Plan to Buy Cars Despite Costs

October 31, 2026

Spring survey results from Freedom Debt Relief shows consumers plan big ticket purchases in the next 12 months.

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mom and daughter (adult)
Words From the Wise: Financial Tips From Our Moms

November 1, 2026

Blog post tips from FDR team moms

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