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The best cash back cards with 0% intro APR offers

Which cash back credit cards also come with 0% intro APR offers? Let’s take a look.

5 min read Nov 06, 2023
How the Ink Business Cash can earn you high rewards on your business’ needs

Ink Business Cash offers up to 5 percent cash back in popular business categories.

5 min read Nov 06, 2023
Shop Small: 15 local Florida brands you must try

Where to go to support local Florida businesses this Small Business Saturday.

5 min read Nov 06, 2023
Is it possible to have too much available credit?

Many consumers worry that having too much available credit will hurt their scores.

4 min read Nov 06, 2023
The best and worst cities for local holiday shoppers: See where your city ranks

Where you live affects how far your holiday budget can stretch.

11 min read Nov 06, 2023
Portfolio line of credit: Is borrowing against your investments a good idea?

How borrowing against your portfolio can get you a cheap loan.

6 min read Nov 03, 2023
Maryland housing market: Everything you need to know

Maryland is densely populated and highly priced, especially in the D.C. suburbs.

4 min read Nov 03, 2023
What is hyperinflation?

The Federal Reserve can play a critical role in preventing hyperinflation

6 min read Nov 03, 2023
HELOCs replace cash-out refinancing for equity-rich homeowners

Even at higher rates, a HELOC is worth considering over other types of financing.

2 min read Nov 03, 2023
Pay yourself first budgeting: What that means and how to do it

Most Americans regret not having enough savings. The solution: Pay yourself first.

4 min read Nov 03, 2023
How to get a debit card

Stop wasting time writing checks. Learn the faster, safer way to pay.

4 min read Nov 03, 2023
Where to shop small in Richmond, Virginia

Where to go to support local RVA businesses this Small Business Saturday

3 min read Nov 03, 2023
Shop Small: Where to shop locally in Charlottesville, VA

This Small Business Saturday, support Charlottesville’s downtown and art districts.

4 min read Nov 03, 2023
Cash back is Chase cardholders’ favorite credit card reward

Cash back is Chase cardholders’ most popular credit card reward due to its ease.

3 min read Nov 03, 2023
Home improvements for people with disabilities

Ideas for home modification, along with their costs and resources for help.

8 min read Nov 02, 2023
How making $80K a year in America can still lead to financial distress

Here’s why making “good money” may no longer be enough to avoid financial insecurity.

7 min read Nov 02, 2023
How to avoid ATM fees

Some knowledge and planning can help you avoid paying fees for out-of-network ATMs.

4 min read Nov 02, 2023
Loans vs. credit cards: Which is best for holiday shopping?

Loans and credit cards can help you pay for holiday gifts, but there’s cons to each.

4 min read Nov 02, 2023
Why the Citi Double Cash card is good for first-time card owners

The Double Cash card helped ease me into the credit cards world and earn rewards without putting in too much effort.

3 min read Nov 02, 2023
The first step to paying off debt

Like a journey of a thousand miles, paying debt begins with a single step.

6 min read Nov 02, 2023

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