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Tips to Get Rid of Debt

There was good news this week—more than half of American consumers have credit scores above 700. A good credit score like this will save you money when you ...
On January 16, 2020 / By Dvorah Rut
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What Happens When You Get a Debt Consolidation Loan?

Debt is THE trending topic. And for good reason. A new survey conducted by CreditCards.com found that 25% of respondents believe they will never pay off their debt. ...
On February 21, 2019 / By Dvorah Rut
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When Should You Get an Online Personal Loan?

Let’s face it, there are times when an online personal loan is necessary. Thanks to the success of fintech platforms, you have options today even if your credit ...
On January 31, 2019 / By Dvorah Rut
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Debt Consolidation or Bankruptcy: Which is the Right Choice; When?

If your back is pressed against the wall due to overwhelming debt, you may find yourself wondering if you should pursue debt consolidation or bankruptcy to bring some ...
On February 28, 2018 / By Dvorah Rut
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A Debt Consolidation Loan: Is it good for you?

A debt consolidation loan can provide you with much-needed relief from the stress of overwhelming debt. If you go online, you will find tons of debt consolidation loan ...
On November 22, 2017 / By Dvorah Rut
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Bad Credit and Can’t Get a Loan?

If you have bad credit or no credit history, it may seem that every door is closing in your face. You may be tempted to turn to payday ...
On August 3, 2017 / By Dvorah Rut
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5 Strategies for Dealing with Medical Debt

While Congress debates a new health care bill, millions of Americans struggle to pay their medical bills. Insured or not, the rising costs of medical care and out-of-pocket ...
On May 11, 2017 / By Dvorah Rut
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5 Easy Ways to Kick Your Student Loan Debt out the Door

Millennials are finding that their student loan debt is hurting their credit scores Many college graduates have settled into good jobs, and after a few years are anxious ...
On August 10, 2016 / By Dvorah Rut
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10 Simple Steps to Acquire Financial Freedom from Canadian Guru Gail Vaz-Oxlade

A 10-step plan to achieving financial freedom Gail Vaz-Oxlade is well known among Canadians as a straight-talking, no-frills financial advisor. She is a best-selling author of numerous ...
On July 29, 2016 / By Dvorah Rut
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How to minimize your college debt

Without a doubt, college is expensive. No matter how creative and compromising you may be when selecting institutions, you are most likely going to need to borrow some ...
On January 7, 2015 / By Joseph

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Tips to Get Rid of Debt January 16, 2020
There was good news this week—more than half of American consumers have credit scores above 700. A good credit score like this will save you money when you apply for financing. However, at the same time, the number of consumers carrying debt is rising. Meaning that consumers are not improving their overall financial health. How […]
Peer to Peer Lending: A Look Back on 2019 January 9, 2020
Peer to Peer Lending (P2P) or marketplace lending has proven itself to be a permanent player in the fintech (financial technology) industry. Apart from a few dark clouds in China, there are no signs of a slowdown in the phenomenal growth of online lending platforms. While P2P lending has yet to disrupt the financial industry […]
How to Ask for a Raise: 5 Tips to Get the Salary You Want January 2, 2020
Have you made your 2020 financial resolutions? Is increasing your savings or getting rid of debt on the list? One way to get more money flowing to your financial goals is to ask for a raise. In previous blog posts we wrote about the two primary paths to securing more money: increase your income or […]
Tips to Maximize Your Savings on a Small Income December 26, 2019
You want to maximize your savings. You live on a small income. It seems like an impossible dream, right? But it isn’t. Why is Maximizing Your Savings Important? You need money to source your goals. And we all have goals. Let’s take some simple examples: Replacing your mattress Upgrading your wardrobe Buying a new car […]
New Year’s Resolutions Revisited December 19, 2019
Are you working on your New Year’s resolutions? “A New Year’s resolution is a tradition…in which a person resolves to change an undesired trait or behavior, to accomplish a personal goal or otherwise improve their life.” Wikipedia 93% of people make New Year’s resolutions. (American Psychological Association) 45% of people give up on their resolutions […]