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Gina Freeman (Pogol)

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Gina Freeman (Gina Pogol) enjoys breaking down complicated subjects and helping consumers feel comfortable making financial decisions. An acknowledged expert in mortgage and personal finance since 2008, Gina's experience include mortgage lending and underwriting, tax accounting, and credit bureau systems consulting. You can find her articles on MSN Money, Fox Business, Forbes.com, The Motley Fool and other respected sites.

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Words From the Wise: Financial Tips From Our Moms

February 12, 2025

Blog post tips from FDR team moms

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Budget family vacation
5 Ways to Take an Affordable Family Vacation This Summer

February 12, 2025

How to take a family vacation without going into debt. Budget vacation options.

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How to Get Student Loan Debt Relief
3 Common Financial Mistakes New Grads Make

February 12, 2025

Top money mistakes that new grads make. Mistakes include failing to budget, not establishing a savings habit and blowing windfalls instead of saving them.

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How to protect yourself in a recession
Recession Preparation: How Can You Protect Yourself?

February 13, 2025

Yes; the US entered a recession in 2022. Learn how to protect your finances, what to do and not do in a recession.

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How to save when you buy furniture.
How to Save on Furniture in 2022

February 13, 2025

Furniture prices and interest rates are up in 2022. learn how to save when you buy and finance furniture.

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How to save on a vehicle purchase
Spring Survey: Consumers Plan to Buy Cars Despite Costs

February 13, 2025

Spring survey results from Freedom Debt Relief shows consumers plan big ticket purchases in the next 12 months.

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