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How to use autopay to manage your finances
Keeping track of bills and payments can be difficult, here’s how to make it easier.
5 min read Mar 19, 2025 -
What a bank levy is and how it works
A bank levy typically happens when other attempts to collect from you have failed.
6 min read Mar 18, 2025 -
Is someone with power of attorney responsible for debt after death?
Most debts aren’t managed by a power of attorney, but there are exceptions.
5 min read Mar 17, 2025 -
How to avoid resetting the clock on old debt
Delinquent debt has a shelf life, but certain mistakes can keep it fresh.
8 min read Mar 17, 2025 -
What are the safest ways to send money internationally?
Compare the safest methods to send money abroad while avoiding hidden fees and delays.
6 min read Mar 17, 2025 -
Common misconceptions about currency exchange
Navigate currency exchange options wisely to maximize your money when traveling.
5 min read Mar 13, 2025 -
What is a credit sweep?
A credit sweep is a fraudulent credit repair tactic that disputes all negative items on a credit report at once.
5 min read Mar 11, 2025 -
What is a derogatory mark on your credit?
A derogatory mark is a negative entry on a credit report.
5 min read Mar 11, 2025 -
Can creditors take your Social Security?
Social Security is protected from creditors in most cases, but there are exceptions.
6 min read Mar 10, 2025 -
Laws that might affect your money exchange in 2025
Getting your money abroad grows more complex as countries implement new regulations.
5 min read Mar 10, 2025