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Debt relief: Pros and cons
Discover which debt relief options exist, how they work and their pros and cons.
5 min read May 18, 2023 -
How to choose the right debt settlement company for you
Compare a few debt settlement options to ensure you avoid any future headaches.
3 min read May 18, 2023 -
What are debt relief companies?
Debt relief companies, although risky, can help you pay down debt faster.
7 min read May 18, 2023 -
How new credit impacts your credit score
New credit means exactly that — credit lines or loans that you applied for that you did not have before.
4 min read May 17, 2023 -
Financial security when unemployed: How to budget during a job loss
Budgeting ahead of losing your job can help you to continue to pay your bills.
7 min read May 15, 2023 -
PTO statistics: Despite work stress, many Americans aren’t taking time off
Taking PTO doesn’t just help with stress — it can result in higher job performance.
7 min read May 10, 2023 -
Is no credit better than bad credit?
Generally, having no credit is better than having bad credit, though both can hold you back. Luckily, there’s a way out.
7 min read May 09, 2023 -
Medical debt under $500 off credit reports
Medical debt under $500 is now off your credit reports, even if it goes into collections.
4 min read May 08, 2023 -
How to get an apartment with bad credit
A low credit score could hurt your apartment search, but you can get around it.
9 min read May 08, 2023 -
More than half of Americans say money negatively impacts their mental health, up sharply from a year ago
A new survey by Bankrate found money is often a major cause of stress for most Americans.
8 min read May 08, 2023