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Valuable Tips to Prepare for Tax Season

If we had to guess, we’d say that filing income taxes is probably the last thing you want to deal with. Millions of Americans typically wait until the last minute before submitting their return, and who can blame them? For most, this topic is as stale as old bread. The season also raises feelings of uncertainty. Where do I begin? Am Read More

Is Debt Consolidation Right for You?

Sometimes life can get expensive. Whether you’re paying for holiday festivities or emergency car repairs, it’s convenient to cover expenses with a credit card or other financing. Read More

Young woman using her first credit card responsibly

How to Use Your First Credit Card Responsibly

Some people say “cash is king,” but carrying a lot of cash can be inconvenient and risky. A credit card is often safer and easier to carry. Plus, it can give you access to more money than will easily fit in your wallet. Read More

Spot Scams Fast by Learning from These 8 Examples

Have you ever received an email that says something like… “Congratulations! You just won $10,000 in our local lottery! To collect your prize money…” -- and does it sound too good to be true? Then, as the saying goes, it probably is. Read More

3 Solutions to Help You Keep Your Financial Resolutions

It’s a brand new year! An opportunity to press the refresh button, and a perfect time for self-reflecting, goal setting, and mapping out our lives for the next 365 days. Our resolutions act as a guidebook to success, and if we follow our path precisely, then we’re supposed to feel a real sense of accomplishment, right? But sadly, most people Read More

Do These 5 Things Before the End of the Year

During the busy holiday season, it can be tough to set aside time to do anything other than shopping, cooking, and celebrating. But taking a close look at your finances now is important, because it can save you money and help you meet your goals next year. Set yourself up for personal finance success in the new year with this Read More

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