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How to negotiate a debt settlement
You can negotiate with your creditors to settle your debt by paying a lump-sum amount that’s less than what you owe. Here’s how.
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What is the best time of year to send money to your family?
Strategic timing of international money transfers can help you save on fees and exchange rates.
5 min read Feb 12, 2025 -
How to make a budget using ChatGPT
This conversational AI tool can add up your spending and offer advice on how to save.
7 min read Feb 10, 2025 -
Can you use AI for credit repair?
While it’s possible to use AI to help with credit repair research, you’ll need to take more steps.
5 min read Feb 07, 2025 -
Can you pay a credit card with a credit card?
Credit card debt can be tricky, but a balance transfer card may be able to help.
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Common scams associated with money exchange
From crude to clever, money exchange scams can catch even seasoned travelers off guard.
6 min read Feb 07, 2025 -
Study shows limited progress in closing the gender gap in lucrative college majors
Women outnumber men at college, but they’re under-represented among top-paying degrees.
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How one person repaired her credit and turned her finances around
One woman worked on building a credit score after she moved from Europe.
5 min read Feb 06, 2025 -
Struggling with bad credit? How the Trump administration affects credit
You can take steps to better credit no matter who is in the White House.
4 min read Feb 06, 2025 -
Secured vs. unsecured debt: What’s the difference?
Knowing the difference will help you decide which types of loans work best for you.
6 min read Feb 03, 2025