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Sara Korn

Sara Korn is a freelance writer who enjoys guiding people to helpful solutions and new and better ways of reaching their goals. She loves stories both on screen and on the page, and is passionate about learning, growing, and teaching.

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Best and Worst States for Coronavirus Unemployment Benefits

November 10, 2024

Where does your state rank when it comes to unemployment benefits? Learn which states pay…

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In a Strong Market, Here are Smart Ways to Increase Your Home Value
In a Strong Market, Here are Smart Ways to Increase Your Home Value

November 11, 2024

If you’re doing renovations to increase your home’s value, use rewards cards or smart financing…

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How Does Student Loan Forbearance Affect Your Credit Score?
How Does Student Loan Forbearance Affect Your Credit Score?

November 11, 2024

Your credit score may have gone up due to federal student loan deferment. Learn how…

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What Is the Community Reinvestment Act?
What Is the Community Reinvestment Act?

November 11, 2024

What is the CRA? What role does it play in social justice and how does…

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Changes in Eviction Protection: Update
Changes in Eviction Protection: Update

November 11, 2024

The CDC extended eviction protection through the end of 2020 to all U.S. renters who…

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Americans Spending Stimulus Check on Bills, Debt
Americans Spending Stimulus Check on Bills, Debt

October 31, 2024

Americans are using stimulus checks on bills, essentials, savings, and paying down debt. But using…

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Is a Balance Transfer Card Harder to Get Right Now?
Is a Balance Transfer Card Harder to Get Right Now?

November 1, 2024

Due to the coronavirus financial crisis, lenders are making it harder to get a balance…

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What Is Credit Counseling?
Will Updates to the PPP Provide Any Small Business Debt Relief?

October 31, 2024

Learn how the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020 compares to the PPP in…

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Convenient Alternatives to Credit Cards
Convenient Alternatives to Credit Cards

November 7, 2024

Using a credit card isn't always the best option, especially if you're trying to reduce…

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How to Find the Coronavirus Assistance You Can Get from Your State

November 9, 2024

Now, when many people have financial hardships due to the coronavirus, there is help available.…

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