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Stimulus checks: What consumers should consider doing with the money
These are tough times. But thoughtful choices can stretch the dollars you get.
3 min read Mar 27, 2020
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13 steps to take if you’ve lost your job due to the coronavirus crisis
Out of work due to coronavirus? Here’s what you can do to help lessen the financial blow.
10 min read Mar 26, 2020
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Current Credit Card Interest Rates
View current credit card rates based on Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.
1 min read Mar 25, 2020
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How to get out of debt
Consumer debt approached $14 trillion at the mid-point of 2019, according to the New York Federal Reserve. The most consistent areas of debt growth are credit cards and home, auto and student loans. About [...]
6 min read Mar 24, 2020
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Who is responsible for debt after divorce?
It may seem like the only way out, but divorce could actually make debt problems worse.
4 min read Mar 24, 2020
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How to consolidate business debt
Compare options and learn if a business debt consolidation loan is right for you.
4 min read Mar 23, 2020
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Average American debt
A look at consumer debt in the U.S. reveals predictable trends and a few surprises.
3 min read Mar 23, 2020
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3 types of coronavirus scams to watch out for
Scammers are looking for any possibility to trick you into revealing your personal financial details.
6 min read Mar 19, 2020
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How to build credit with a credit card
By picking the right credit card, making on-time payments and keeping your credit utilization low, you can quickly improve your credit score with a credit card. Here’s what you need to know.
5 min read Mar 16, 2020
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Zero interest rates: 5 ways to prepare your finances now
The economy is expected to get rougher, but there are ways to take advantage of declining rates.
4 min read Mar 15, 2020
