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Greg McBride’s 2022 financial checklist: 15 tasks to complete by the end of the year
Before the end of the year comes, try these tips to meet your financial goals.
9 min read Dec 06, 2022 -
How length of credit history affects your credit score
When it comes to length of credit history, older is better. Discover how credit scoring models like FICO and VantageScore consider your age of credit.
5 min read Dec 05, 2022 -
3 steps to calculate your debt-to-income ratio
DTI is your monthly debt divided by your gross monthly income. Here’s what to know.
5 min read Nov 30, 2022 -
How to pay off a debt in collections
Take these steps to pay off lingering debt.
8 min read Nov 30, 2022 -
Why consolidate your debt
A viable option to get out of debt faster is by consolidating, You may even save money in the long term if it’s right for you.
4 min read Nov 29, 2022 -
How to pay down debt during a recession
If you have debt that you need to pay off, you may wonder how to pay down your debt while staying financially afloat.
6 min read Nov 29, 2022 -
Holiday cost statistics in 2022: What you can expect to spend
The holidays will be more expensive this year – here’s what you might expect.
6 min read Nov 29, 2022 -
How to do Christmas shopping on a budget
Here’s how to create a budget for the holidays and actually stick to it.
6 min read Nov 22, 2022 -
7 ways to manage financial stress and anxiety during this holiday season
Prices are higher this year, but there are still ways to budget for a happy holiday.
7 min read Nov 21, 2022 -
How to pay huge medical bills on a small income
The government, as well as your providers, might be able to help with your exorbitant medical bills.
4 min read Nov 18, 2022