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How to Use Your Home Equity to Pay Off Student Loans
Dave Rathmanner

March 22, 2019

Are you struggling to pay for college or eager to repay student loan debt. Here…

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Why Financial Literacy Is Not Just a Buzz Term
Betsalel Cohen

April 18, 2019

Not so long ago, cash was the preferred method of payment for daily purchases, but times have certainly changed. As consumer shopping behaviors have evolved (think Amazon and online shopping) so has our relationship with credit cards and debt. Credit can cloud our view of spending, making it easy to forget how much we haveRead more Why Financial Literacy Is Not Just a Buzz Term

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How to Reduce Expenses and Save Money Every Month
Jessica Thiefels

April 8, 2019

Whether money’s tight or you’re trying to get out of debt faster, you’re probably wondering how to reduce expenses and save money. Here are some tips.

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Survey: More Women Than Men Are Stressed About Debt
John Russo

March 11, 2019

A survey from Freedom Debt Relief suggests that women tend to feel worse about debt…

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9 Smart Ways to Save Money on Summer Vacation
Charla Myers

June 2, 2018

With a little bit of planning, you can enjoy an awesome vacation and still stay…

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How to Avoid Wedding Debt

It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of wedding planning and spend more…

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How to Buy a House with Bad Credit
Jessica Thiefels

March 27, 2019

Wondering how to buy a house with bad credit? It’s more difficult, but it is…

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What Is a Debt Consolidation Loan?
Rebecca Lake

March 30, 2022

A debt consolidation loan can lower your payment, reduce your interest rate, and simplify your debt management. Learn more about the types of debt consolidation loans.

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Debt Relief for Business Owners
Rebecca Lake

December 13, 2019

Small business ownership can strain cash flow. If you have debt, you can seek relief.

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How to Make a Budget Plan Even if You Hate Math
Jessica Thiefels

May 16, 2019

Find out how a budget could help you save more money—even if you hate math. We have 5 easy ways to keep you on track with minimal math.

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60% of Americans Aren’t Saving Enough for Retirement
John Russo

May 30, 2019

Our latest survey revealed that 60% of Americans aren’t saving enough for retirement. If that…

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ASU Study: Freedom Debt Relief Clients Are 24% More Financially Healthy
John Russo

April 17, 2019

The L. William Seidman Research Institute at ASU found that Freedom Debt Relief clients are…

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The Pros and Cons of Cash-Out Refinancing
Housten Donham

March 21, 2019

Cash-out refinancing can help free up cash for emergencies or other expenses. But it's important to understand the pros and cons of cash-out refinance.

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The Pros and Cons of Loan Refinancing
Molly Zilli

April 9, 2019

Will refinancing save you money? Before you make the decision to refinance, weigh the pros and cons of refinancing a loan.

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Mortgage Vocabulary: Terms You Need to Know

If you're in the market for a house or plan to refinance one, you may want to brush up on your mortgage vocabulary to help you make informed choices.

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8 Financial Goals for 2019
Sarah Li Cain

May 29, 2019

Don’t let the year pass you by without checking these eight things. It will help you stay on top of your financial goals!

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5 Credit Score Factors You Should Know

Explore some of the most commonly asked questions about credit scores and get a deeper understanding of how they’re calculated and the steps you can take to improve your score.

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3 Expert Tips for Raising Financially Responsible Kids
John Russo

March 6, 2019

Raising financially responsible kids is the goal of many parents. Learn three expert tips on…

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Survey: Americans Can’t Cover Emergency Expenses
John Russo

March 19, 2019

Are people saving enough to cover a $5000 emergency expense? We surveyed over 2,000 Americans…

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Survey: How Americans Spend Their Tax Refunds
John Russo

March 4, 2019

Freedom Debt Relief surveyed over 2,000 how they were planning to use their tax refund,…

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5 Tips to Improve Your Credit Score
John Russo

February 27, 2019

One of the best ways to improve your overall financial health, is to improve your credit score. Here are 5 tips on how to do just that.

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Survey: 54% of Americans Can’t Handle a $500 Expense
John Russo

February 27, 2019

We surveyed more than 2,000 Americans on their financial situation and learned that 54% of…

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4 New 2018 Tax Changes You Need to Know Before You File
Michael Micheletti

January 30, 2019

Find out how 2018 tax changes in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will affect…

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4 Simple Ways to Improve Your Finances in 2019
Tammi Huang

January 23, 2019

Many people want to get financially healthy this year. If you're wondering how to improve…

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How to Become Debt-Free in 2019
Housten Donham

January 16, 2019

2019 is here and if one of your New Year’s resolutions is to tackle your credit card debt, we could help! Read on to learn about 4 popular and effective ways to get out of credit card debt.

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How to Negotiate a Debt Settlement
John Russo

October 22, 2018

Can't pay your debt? Learn how to negotiate credit card debt settlement with creditors by yourself or with a professional debt settlement company.

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