Dealing with old debt is a nuisance for most people who’ve likely moved on with their lives or even forgotten about the debt completely. But, as they say, old things come back to haunt us. You’ll find a bit of relief, however, because it’s much easier to handle older debts than new. With the right […]
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Lauralynn is the Online Marketing Specialist for AdvantageCCS. She is married and has two young daughters. She enjoys writing, reading, hiking, cooking, video games, sewing, and gardening. Lauralynn has a degree in Multimedia Technologies from Pittsburgh Technical College.
Super Ideas For A Budget-Friendly Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day while budgeting doesn’t have to be tricky and unfulfilling. The day is truly for showing love to loved ones, and money doesn’t have to be a major factor in showing affection. Most people go all out, spending far more money than expected, leaving them with a bit of remorse for overspending. Planning and […]
Continue ReadingHidden Fees Can Derail Your Debt Management
Debt management and debt reduction efforts can be difficult for many people. You may find it challenging to pay your bills on time and reducing debt balances can be even more difficult. If you have researched debt reduction strategies in the past, you have found that paying more than the minimum monthly payment required can […]
Continue ReadingHome Equity – What Is It and What Can You Do With It?
The majority of homeowners do not own their homes. They do not have the amount of capital required to buy their homes in cash, and they, therefore, seek mortgages from certified mortgage lenders. They are co-owners with the lenders for as long as the mortgage is outstanding and not paid-in-full. Home equity is the difference […]
Continue Reading5 Student Loan Forgiveness Scams To Watch Out For
Student loan debt is a serious problem facing many Americans today, and it cannot be resolved overnight. Graduating from college is a laudable action, and many young people feel a great sense of accomplishment and motivation as they walk across the stage and enter the world of full-time work. However, not too long after […]
Continue ReadingThe Best Financial New Year’s Resolutions To Make
As one year draws to a close and another year begins, the New Year is a time when many begin to reflect on what they want to accomplish. Many people put personal finances at the top of their list when it comes to New Year’s Resolutions. It’s a dilemma that seems to be plaguing everyone […]
Continue ReadingAmazing Advice for Saving Money on Holiday Travel
Traveling around the holidays is popular for a number of reasons. It’s likely one has been given time off of work. If you have family around the world or across the country, it is also likely that you will want to make a point of visiting them. If not, you may simply want to take […]
Continue ReadingThe High Cost of Being Unhealthy and Overweight
Individuals who struggle with obesity, being overweight, or just living an unhealthy lifestyle not only suffer physically and mentally but usually financially as well. Average annual cost of being overweight: The financial costs of obesity include medical, disability, and even lost productivity. The price tag for severely overweight or obese individuals can come to over […]
Continue ReadingWhat Does Credit Counseling Offer A Person In Debt?
Many people in the world are currently overwhelmed with bills they’ve accumulated from unsecured debt like credit cards and loans. When bills go awry, it can be difficult for a person to climb his or her way out from under the debt rock. Fortunately, there is a way to recover from credit card debt issues. […]
Continue ReadingHow To Be Frugal During The Holidays
As the holiday season approaches, people are starting to draft their budget plans for the upcoming festivities. This year the average holiday shopper is expected to spend close to $800 or more for gifts. About half of those people will also spend an average of $150 on items for themselves. If your goal is to […]
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