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You can’t read an article about your credit score without someone telling you to contact the credit bureaus to notify them of errors. But what are credit bureaus, how do they get their information, and what does it mean for you?
Rebuilding your credit can take several years, but you can see progress almost immediately once you begin. If your credit score is less than perfect, learn how to fix it to start improving your finances.
A savings account is a deposit account that earns interest. Learn the different types of savings accounts, how they work, and how to open one.
If you’re like the average person, you probably only use your bank for a handful of things. But it offers a plethora of services, some of which you may not even be aware of. Get the most out of your bank by reviewing the standard services most provide.
Trust is the reason banks stay in business. If enough people lose that trust, it can set off a series of events known as a bank run, which can ultimately lead to the bank failing. Learn more about bank runs here.
At some point in your life, you’ve probably balanced a checkbook or seen someone do it. But do we really need to do that anymore?
Payment apps like Zelle make transferring funds easy. Unfortunately, they also make it easy for scammers to get ahold of your money. Protect yourself by knowing what common Zelle scams look like and how to avoid them.
You’ve probably already used coupons at some point in your life. According to a 2020 survey by Statista, almost 90% of respondents reported having used coupons for shopping. Considering that coupons provide a fast, free way to reduce spending on groceries and essentials, it’s clear why coupons are so popular. But to make your couponing
When my wife and I moved into our new neighborhood last year, one of the first things we did was walk down its main commercial drag. We were happy to find a diverse hodgepodge of restaurants, coffee shops, independently owned clothing stores, and professional offices. One business stood out in particular: a grocery cooperative (co-op), a member-owned
In 2020 and 2021, prices for used cars soared.. The COVID-19 pandemic had disrupted the production of new vehicles, limiting their supply and leading more buyers to seek pre-owned vehicles. By the end of June, the average price of a used car had passed $25,000 for the first time ever, according to CNN. In this
Are you in the market for a new or used car? You might want to get rid of your old one first. It’s nice to have a backup ride in the driveway. But older cars are notorious money pits: registration renewal fees, wheelage taxes, loan payments, and routine maintenance all add up, not to mention
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