How Do Contactless Credit Cards Work (and Are They Safe)?
If you don’t have a contactless credit card yet, you very likely will soon. While contactless credit cards have been gaining popularity much faster…
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How to Open a Low-Cost, Low-Income Bank Account
In April of 2020, the federal government began sending out millions of stimulus payments as a means of offsetting the tremendous economic damage Americans…
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How COVID-19 May Impact Your Credit Score
As the novel coronavirus continues to impact households across the country, many people are scrambling to figure out their finances: how to save money,…
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How to Ask Your Creditors for Help During the Coronavirus Pandemic
When your income is suddenly reduced or cut off completely, as it has been for an increasing number of us during this current coronavirus…
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How Deferred Interest Works and Why You Need to Be Cautious
You need a new washer and dryer. You’ve found the perfect set. And, while you can’t exactly afford to pay the full price out…
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Repaying Student Loans? Find Out Which Income-Driven Plan Might Be Best
You can use different types of plans to repay federal student loans. The standard plan means making equal payments for 10 years and can…
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6 Mistakes to Avoid When Regifting
Between holidays, birthdays, weddings, and parties, gift giving is a year-round pursuit. Everyone wants to get the perfect gifts for their friends and family…
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Worst Financial Mistakes You Can Make During a Divorce
Going through a divorce is hard enough. It becomes even more difficult when you find that you’re not able to reach the financial settlement…
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