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Common Scams Targeted At Teens
Here are some of the more common common scams that target teens and young adults.
Credit Card Vs. Debit Card: What’s the Difference?
Answering common questions surrounding credit cards and debit cards, so you can familiarize yourself with the differences between them, how they work and which is better for your financial situation.
6 Smart Ways to Build Credit From Scratch
Building credit from scratch can be a long and winding road with few shortcuts. Follow these tips to start building a healthy financial foundation.
Money Tips for Teenagers: Your Future Self Will Thank You
If you’re a teenager, you are in a very powerful position. Starting good money habits now will put you ahead for the rest of your life. Here are 8 money tips for teenagers.
15 Finance Pros Explain How To Keep Your Online Transactions Secure
The facts about the 2020 filing day extension. This article is pulled directly from the IRS.gov site
Tax Day now July 15
The facts about the 2020 filing day extension. This article is pulled directly from the IRS.gov site
How to Protect Your Finances and Credit in Tough Times
ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED March 13, 2020 By Bev O'Shea, Nerd Wallet The quickly unfolding coronavirus outbreak is an extreme case, but any sort of hard times will test our personal finances. Many people are now facing reduced work hours and income while watching with [...]
Concerned About Coronavirus? How to Prepare Your House, Mind and Bank Account
ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED March 16, 2020By Courtney Jespersen, Nerd Wallet Coronavirus. It’s dominating the national conversation and changing the way we live and interact. And it’s leading to financial disruptions for individuals and companies alike. Coronavirus disease 2019 (abbreviated COVID-19) is a respiratory illness [...]
In the face of an economic crisis, these are the best and worst ways to borrow money
ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED WED, MAR 18 2020 7:21 AM EDT UPDATED WED, MAR 18 2020 8:05 AM EDT Jessica Dickler@JDICKLER In the face of a global pandemic, millions of Americans are at risk of going without pay for a prolonged period of [...]
FICO just updated its credit scores — here’s how to improve yours
ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED FEBRUARY 9, 2020 By Jacob Passy, Market Watch The credit-score company will roll out its latest version - FICO Score 10 and 10 T - This summer.New versions of the FICO score are coming, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll have [...]