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Kimberly Rotter

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Kimberly Rotter is a financial counselor and consumer credit expert who helps people with average or low incomes discover how to create wealth and opportunities. She’s a veteran writer and editor who has spent more than 30 years creating thousands of hours of educational content in every possible format.

Same-Sex Couples Denied a Mortgage More Often
Same-Sex Couples Denied a Mortgage More Often

December 18, 2025

Are you likely to pay more for a mortgage if you’re LGBTQ+? Possibly. Find out more here.

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Debt Payoff Stories from Instagram Influencers
Debt Payoff Stories from Instagram Influencers

December 1, 2025

Want to be a full-time content creator? A financial plan could help you lock in the influencer lifestyle and avoid debt.

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Raise Credit Score by 100 Points Overnight
Can You Raise Your Credit Score 100 Points Overnight?

December 6, 2025

You might be surprised at how quickly your credit score could jump. Here are a few moves that could get you big points fast.

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In a Strong Market, Here are Smart Ways to Increase Your Home Value
Smart Ways to Increase Your Home Value

December 10, 2025

If you’re doing renovations to increase your home’s value, use rewards cards or smart financing…

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10 Ways to Clean Up Your Finances
10 Ways to Clean Up Your Finances

December 8, 2025

Start the year off right with our 10 favorite money tips, from maxing out your…

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Now’s the Time to Deal with Holiday Debt – Here’s How
Now’s the Time to Deal with Holiday Debt—Here’s How

December 11, 2025

How do you get rid of your holiday debt and move to a healthier financial…

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How to Understand and Conquer Financial Phobia
Fear of Debt

December 1, 2025

Getting around fear of debt can be key to financial thriving. Here’s how to move past it.

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How to Create an Emergency Fund by Snacking and Watching Movies
How to Create an Emergency Fund

December 9, 2025

Your emergency fund is one of the most important financial tools you can have. Here's how to build one.

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Emergency loans for bad credit
Can You Get An Emergency Loan With Bad Credit?

December 1, 2025

Sometimes you need money in a hurry. But bad-credit loans can be bad news. Consider these better options.

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Moving Back in With Mom and Dad — How to Make the Money Work
Moving Back in With Mom and Dad: How to Make the Money Work

December 18, 2025

Want to save big money on rent? Moving in with Mom and Dad could help. But here’s the right way to do it.

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