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Get that old debt off my credit report!
Even if you refuted an old debt, it’ll still stay on your credit report for seven years.
3 min read May 22, 2013 -
Buy a car to rebuild credit post-bankruptcy?
It’s important to rebuild your credit after bankruptcy, but make sure to do it the right way.
2 min read May 14, 2013 -
File bankruptcy to get out from under car loan?
There are options besides bankruptcy when you are underwater on your car loan.
2 min read Apr 23, 2013 -
6 energy-efficient home improvement projects
You’ve updated appliances and light bulbs. Here are other ways to reduce utility bills.
4 min read Feb 20, 2013 -
Financial rules for stay-at-home spouses
For better or worse, nonworking spouses have a mixed bag of regulations just for them.
4 min read Jan 16, 2013 -
5 ways to make small donations to charity
Want to donate to Boston? You don’t have to be a billionaire to make a difference.
4 min read Jan 15, 2013 -
5 worthless weight-loss scams
Is your New Year’s resolution to lose weight? Stay away from these "waist"ful schemes.
6 min read Jan 11, 2013 -
6 places to shop for last-minute gifts
You need to buy a present right now, and most stores are closed. Don’t panic, you have options.
5 min read Dec 21, 2012 -
10 cheap but cool toys to snag for the holiday
Looking for a kid’s gift that won’t break the bank but will still be a hit? These toys fit the bill.
5 min read Dec 07, 2012 -
How to protect parents from creditors?
Aging parents with bad credit are easy prey for creditors. Here’s how to protect them.
2 min read Nov 27, 2012