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Get Smart About Debt: 6 Tips to Help You Get Out of Debt NOW
If you are dealing with debt, you aren’t alone. The average American household has an average balance of about $6,600 in credit card debt, and that’s not taking into account home, auto, and student loans. Paying off your debt isn’t always easy, but having a plan can go a long way in achieving your financial…
Read MoreFirst-Time Homebuyer? Make Sure You’re Prepared for These 7 Hidden Costs
As real estate markets re-open across the country, current historically-low mortgage rates may make it seem like the perfect time to purchase your first home. For many, owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. There’s a sense of pride and accomplishment in ownership. It can give you greater freedom and privacy,…
Read MoreConsumer Best Practices for Online Shopping
Shopping online can create stress. While reputable businesses have safely conducted online transactions since the mid-1990s, the possibility of fraud still lurks in all the internet nooks and crannies. Thankfully, there are safety precautions that consumers can implement to remain as safe as possible while shopping online. LSC suggests these six online shopping tips: Only…
Read MoreFavorite Financial Life Hacks
The journey to financial wellness is one filled with all sorts of new discoveries. Once you commit to turning your financial life around, you’ll discover more about yourself, such as your true needs and wants. You’ll also figure out some interesting and simple costsaving strategies—or life hacks—that you can carry with you for life. We’ve…
Read MoreDealing with a Loss of Income
What to Do If Your Income Is Interrupted or Lost Unexpectedly: 5 Financial Steps to Take If You Can’t Work As COVID-19 spreads in the U.S., people all over the country are beginning to feel its financial ripple effect. For the first time since the 1960s, people potentially exposed to the coronavirus are being asked…
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