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Paying down debt on a low income can be a daunting task. While there may be circumstances outside of your control, these steps can help you take stock of your situation and determine the best course of action for you, including tackling your debt on your own or seeking help. 1. Take Inventory of What […]
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Money is great, but it can also create awkwardness among friends, colleagues, or even strangers. In this post, I want to share an awkward money situation that dragged on for months. In the end, the money situation was resolved. However, it made me realize that we personal finance enthusiasts are an unusual bunch. It also
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We’re more than a third of the way through 2024, and persistently high inflation continues to have a significant impact on household budgets and financial markets. Staying on top of the latest financial trends can help put your personal situation in context and make necessary adjustments to your spending, saving and other financial goals. Here
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If you’ve been contacted by a debt collection agency about a debt you may owe, it’s important to understand your rights. Debt collectors are required by law to validate certain details about the debt in question to help you determine whether it’s really your responsibility. Debt validation letters provide these details, along with instructions on
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Debt consolidation programs can help you streamline your repayment plan and even reduce interest and other costs. Options include a debt management plan, a debt consolidation loan and debt settlement. The right one for you will depend on your credit score and how dire your debt situation is. Here’s what you need to know. What
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Sandra Fry: It’s tempting to treat a tax refund like a surprise windfall, but it’s worth putting your money to good use https://financialpost.com/personal-finance/debt/smarter-ways-put-your-tax-refund-work #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy #success #investment #wealth #motivation #financialindependence #passiveincome #personalfinance #realestate #stockmarket #debtfree #entrepreneurship #invest #bitcoin #creditrepair #debtfreecommunity #investor #trading #workfromhome #stocks #credit #financialeducation #bhfyp
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Getting divorced can be challenging in just about every way possible—especially financially. One complication divorcing couples may not be prepared for is how their state treats dividing assets and debts. In most states, you’re generally only responsible for credit card debt in your name when you end a marriage. However, you may be responsible for
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Throughout the decade thus far, the U.S. economy has been defined by a series of shortages, which has affected virtually everything consumers could put in their baskets. From Grape Nuts cereal to personal shelter, shoppers either needed to compromise or find a substitute until supplies return. Most of those shortages are behind us now. Even
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If you have student loan debt, moving to a different country can present some challenges. However, there are a few simple steps you can take to ensure that you continue to pay your student loans on time and possibly even minimize your student loan payments. Here’s what you need to know. Keep a Stateside Banking
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Facing foreclosure on your home can be a scary prospect. You’re months behind on your mortgage payments, letters from your lender are piling up and you fear losing your home. Fortunately, you can take steps to avoid losing your home to foreclosure. Foreclosure happens when a borrower falls behind on mortgage payments, and the lender
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Consumers in the United States owed $17.1 trillion in total debt as of the third quarter (Q3) of 2023, according to Experian data. Much of that debt is secured by assets: For instance, the $11 trillion U.S. homeowners owe primarily on their residences is secured by real estate that has collectively appreciated in value by
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You might be able to pay back a cash advance as soon as it’s posted to your account. However, you may need to repay more than you borrowed because many credit cards charge a cash advance fee. Interest can also start accruing daily, leading to a larger balance if you don’t pay off the cash
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Watch: Personal finance expert Kelley Keehn unpacks what that is and why tracking your ‘financial calories’ works https://financialpost.com/personal-finance/loud-budgeting-gaining-ground #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy #success #investment #wealth #motivation #financialindependence #passiveincome #personalfinance #realestate #stockmarket #debtfree #entrepreneurship #invest #bitcoin #creditrepair #debtfreecommunity #investor #trading #workfromhome #stocks #credit #financialeducation #bhfyp
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To pay off high-interest credit cards, avoid adding to your debt, explore strategies to lower your interest rates, direct more money to payments and get expert help if you need it. If you’re struggling with credit card debt, you’re not alone. Credit card debt balances among U.S. consumers grew 10% between in 2023, according to
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Many people use credit cards to pay for travel, gifts and outings with friends and family during the holidays. And while some might be able to quickly pay off the balances after a few paychecks or receiving a tax refund, others need more time. Using a balance transfer to move credit card debt that accrued
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The debt ceiling, also known as the debt limit, dictates the maximum amount the United States can borrow. With just five budget surpluses in the past five decades, Congress has repeatedly raised or suspended the debt ceiling to accommodate new government spending. Reaching the debt limit without taking action to raise it could cause the
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Costs of paying down debt climbed to record while net worth declined https://financialpost.com/news/economy/how-canadians-coping-higher-interest-rates-5-charts #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy #success #investment #wealth #motivation #financialindependence #passiveincome #personalfinance #realestate #stockmarket #debtfree #entrepreneurship #invest #bitcoin #creditrepair #debtfreecommunity #investor #trading #workfromhome #stocks #credit #financialeducation #bhfyp
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Sandra Fry: Here are some suggestions for making different choices about money in 2024 while still being a little naughty https://financialpost.com/personal-finance/personal-finance-debt-resolutions-2024 #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy #success #investment #wealth #motivation #financialindependence #passiveincome #personalfinance #realestate #stockmarket #debtfree #entrepreneurship #invest #bitcoin #creditrepair #debtfreecommunity #investor #trading #workfromhome #stocks #credit #financialeducation #bhfyp
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