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Get Free Credit Reports Weekly
Check your credit report weekly for free as the three major credit bureaus make a pandemic-era initiative permanent.
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25 Best College Majors for a Lucrative Career
college One way to increase your chances of earning a good living is to pick a college major that prepares you to work in a field that pays well. Here are some of the best options and how you might expect to fare.
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Are Credit Cards an Alternative Source of Income?
Thinking that having credit available means you have another source of income is misguided.
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How Intrafamily Loans Can Bridge the Education Funding Gap
To avoid triggering federal gift taxes, a family member can lend a student money for education at IRS-set interest rates. Here's what to keep in mind.
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Seven Simple Ways to Improve Your Credit Score (According to Experts)
In the world of credit, responsibility is greatly rewarded.
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How to Create a Retirement Plan That Checks All Your Boxes
You might consider starting with a model retirement plan that has already been assembled and is ready to be refined to meet your objectives.
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What Could the Election Mean for Student Loans? Harris vs Trump
As the presidential election heats up, here’s a closer look at each candidate’s plans to address student loans.
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Five Common Credit Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Mistakes are an often inevitable fact of life, but knowledge truly is power when it comes to financial wellness.
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50 Years Ago, Women Won Equal Access to Credit
Until U.S. women won equal access to credit, they often couldn't buy a home or own a credit card without a male cosigner.