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What to Do When You Can’t Pay Holiday Debt
Budgeting More Americans borrowed money to pay for holiday purchases and now the bill is due. Balance transfer cards offer a reprieve.
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Biden Extends Suspension of Student Loan Payments
loans The president gave borrowers another 90 days until May 1 before they have to start paying back their student loans.
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How Does Marriage Affect Your Credit Score?
Starting a Family While credit reports aren’t merged for married couples, individual records can affect joint loans. Learn the rules to ensure good credit goes along with a good marriage.
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How to Nix Checking Fees
Making Your Money Last Strictly free accounts aren’t the only way to bank - almost all banks and credit unions offer ways around paying fees.
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What Does Your Credit Score Really Mean?
Basics Your score helps lenders assess the likelihood you’ll repay a loan. It can also help you assess your credit health.
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Am I Responsible for Paying Off My Deceased Husband’s Debt?
debt management You may be off the hook as some debts — including even certain types of credit card charges — are forgiven at death. However, others linger much longer.
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Where to Find Emergency Cash
Making Your Money Last Even if you're debt-averse, having a credit card to pay for emergencies could be an important lifeline.
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The Return of Student Loan Payments
Paying for College A pandemic reprieve on student loan payments ends in January. If you still need financial help, there are steps you can take.
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Don't Let Your Credit Card Rewards Expire
Travel If your miles or points are expiring too soon, see if you can reset the clock by transferring some to another loyalty program.
