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New Year, New Budget

Saving money starts with a budget.

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I’ve been thinking a lot about goal setting in the New Year…and not in the cliche resolution way. Not in the way that I get overzealous and aim to save $10,000 in one year, change my entire life around, and find the apartment of my dreams. Not in the way that sets me up for

The Worst Store Credit Cards

Signing up for a new credit card can offer you a great means of stretching your spending power. It also builds your credit score and nabs you some neat bonuses for signing up or spending money depending on the kind of card you get. But it’s also important to keep your credit card’s interest rate

How to Build Your Credit Score From Scratch

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In America, your credit score is a valuable piece of financial information. Banks, credit card companies, and sometimes even employers will use your credit score to determine whether you’re reliable enough for a loan, a new credit card or even a job. Staying on top of your credit health is pretty important. But we’re all