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3 mistakes the $759M Powerball winner won’t want to make
Beating the odds is easy compared to the challenge of being smart with the money.
2 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
Send dispute letter to contest erroneous credit report
Your missive must be clear, precise and complete. Here’s how to get it done.
2 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
Like a school transcript, your credit follows you for life
Your financial report card can help you, or haunt you, through the years.
2 min read Jan 24, 2023 -
College on the cheap: How to keep education costs down
Students are spending more to go to college, but there are ways to keep costs down.
3 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
How much does owning a pet cost in a year?
Thinking about getting a pet? Before you take Fluffy home, look at these average costs.
3 min read Dec 18, 2017 -
New parents face these 5 big financial hurdles
Having a baby changes everything, including your finances.
2 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
Your kid wants Minecraft? The price depends on the platform
Minecraft is priced differently for desktops, mobile devices and game consoles.
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What is a soft credit check?
Credit inquiries can taint your score. Find out how a soft check impacts you.
2 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
Lenders’ right to offset: What you need to know
A little-known clause allows funds to be pulled from your accounts to pay debts.
4 min read Jul 31, 2017 -
Weight Watchers lightens your wallet, but only a little
Oprah’s favorite diet program is surprisingly affordable.
2 min read Jul 26, 2017