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Student Loan Forgiveness
Richard Barrington

March 29, 2025

Student loan forgiveness programs may help you get out of student loan debt. Learn how to qualify for student loan forgiveness, settlement, and bankruptcy.

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Land Loans: Learn the Basics Before You Buy Land
Richard Barrington

March 29, 2025

Land loans are mortgages used to buy property with no existing structures. Land loans are also called lot loans. You might use this type of loan to purchase land. to...

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Recession Preparation: How Can You Protect Yourself?
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

March 29, 2025

Yes; the US entered a recession in 2022. Learn how to protect your finances, what to do and not do in a recession.

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Subsidized vs Unsubsidized Loans
Richard Barrington

March 29, 2025

Subsidized student loans and unsubsidized student loans are treated differently. Subsidized loans have lower interest rates and are based on financial need.

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How to Save on Furniture in 2022
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

March 29, 2025

Furniture prices and interest rates are up in 2022. learn how to save when you buy and finance furniture.

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Perfect Credit: How to Get the Highest Credit Score
Rebecca Lake

March 29, 2025

Learn what the highest credit scores are for different scoring models and how to get the best credit score possible.

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FICO Score vs. Credit Score – What Is the Difference?
Rebecca Lake

March 29, 2025

Is your FICO score the same as your credit score? What other credit scores are there? Learn about FICO score, VantageScore and other credit scores.

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How Do Student Loans Affect Credit Score?
Rebecca Lake

March 29, 2025

Learn how having student debt can help or harm your credit scores.

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How to Check Your Credit Score
Rebecca Lake

March 29, 2025

Learn how to check your credit score for free, how to check your credit score without hurting it, and where to get a free credit score.

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Spring Survey: Consumers Plan to Buy Cars Despite Costs
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

March 29, 2025

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

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What Is Loan Consolidation?
Richard Barrington

March 29, 2025

Loan consolidation is also known as debt consolidation. You can improve your finances by taking a new loan to pay off credit card debt, student loans, or medical bills.

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What Is a Good Credit Score
Richard Barrington

March 29, 2025

What is a good credit score? Generally speaking, a high 600s or above score is considered a good credit score, but it depends on the lender and industry.

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How to Pay Off Debt
Tammi Huang

March 29, 2025

Learn about 6 strategies to get out of debt, including debt consolidation loan, credit counseling, debt settlement, a cash-out refinance, or bankruptcy.

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Is Debt Consolidation a Good Idea?
Richard Barrington

March 29, 2025

When is debt consolidation a good idea? Yes, debt consolidation is a good idea if you can gain a financial benefit. However, in certain cases, you might dig yourself...

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Credit Score Chart and Credit Score Range
Richard Barrington

March 28, 2025

Check your credit score and see where it falls on a credit score chart. A typical FICO credit score chart ranges from 300 - 800.

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How to Raise Your Credit Score
Richard Barrington

March 28, 2025

How to raise your credit score? Before shopping for a loan., follow these steps to raise your credit score fast. 1. Clear up errors on your credit report 2. Resolve any ...

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Coronavirus Stimulus Package: What it Means For You
Steve Tanner

March 28, 2025

Learn what's in the coronavirus stimulus package.

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How to Beat Inflation
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

March 28, 2025

Learn how to invest to beat inflation, how to deal with food inflation and price increases in 2022.

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Will Coronavirus Testing Add to My Medical Debt?
Molly Zilli

March 28, 2025

Learn more about the potential costs of coronavirus testing and treatment so you can try…

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If You Have Lost Medical Insurance, You’re Not Alone
Justine Nelson

March 28, 2025

During the coronavirus pandemic, more than one in seven adults have become uninsured. So if…

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The New Coronavirus Stimulus Package: What Will You Get Now
Anna Baluch

March 28, 2025

Congress has reached agreement on a new $900 billion COVID-19 stimulus package. Here is some…

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How Access to Care and Insurance Affects Medical Debt
Steve Tanner

March 28, 2025

Access to medical care for low-income persons disproportionately impacts people of color, especially African Americans,…

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Open Enrollment 2021: 7 Ways to Save Money on Healthcare Next Year
Steve Tanner

March 28, 2025

Here are 7 ideas that may help you save money on healthcare and still get…

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4 Common Financial Mistakes New Grads Make
Lyle Daly

March 28, 2025

Top money mistakes that new grads make. Mistakes include failing to budget, not establishing a savings habit and blowing windfalls instead of saving them.

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5 Ways to Take an Affordable Family Vacation This Summer
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

March 28, 2025

How to take a family vacation without going into debt. Budget vacation options.

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