Author: Lauralynn

Lauralynn is the Online Marketing Specialist for AdvantageCCS. She enjoys writing, reading, hiking, cooking, video games, sewing, and gardening. Lauralynn has a degree in Multimedia Technologies from Pittsburgh Technical College.

Save Money on Father’s Day Gifts

Father’s Day is just around the corner (June 21st), but it’s not too late to come up with a meaningful gift. Even with a tight budget, there are ways to give Dad something that reminds him just how special he is. It all starts with showing up. Here are some money-saving tips for great Father’s […]

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Everything You Want To Know About A Debt Management Program

We are continuing our goal to become an Agency that is fully transparent and exceptionally informative within our industry. We want to be a thought-leader and the go-to agency for educational information about Credit Counseling and Debt Management Programs. We gave you three new pieces of content about Credit Counseling a few weeks ago, and […]

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Top 10 Money-Saving Tips for Summer

Summer is fast approaching and it can be one of the most expensive seasons because everyone wants to be outside, and they want to do something fun. Having a fun Summer doesn’t mean you have to break your budget. Luckily, when the weather gets warm, the deals get hot. Follow these 10 tips on the best […]

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15 Things You’re Spending Too Much Money On

Some everyday items are a necessity, but others are just out of habit or a want, not a need. There are many ways to ensure that a person stays within the lines of their budget each month. One of the easiest options is to avoid paying too much money for an item when they don’t […]

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Can Debt Collectors Harass You On Social Media?

It seems like everyone is on Facebook or Twitter these days. From the young to the old, a huge majority of people are taking to social media to stay connected with friends and family. What if I told you that’s exactly what some debt collectors are hoping for? Debt collectors who use social media to […]

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The Best Financial Blogs of 2015

There are so many Financial Blogs out there today. It seems like every day, a few more pop up out of nowhere. So, how do you know which blogs to follow and which ones will give the best financial advice? Like all financial advice, some of it might not be suited for everyone, so it’s […]

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Everything You’ve Ever Wanted To Know About Credit Counseling

We had a goal for the first half of 2015. That goal was to become as transparent and informative as we possibly could. We want to be a thought-leader in our industry and the go-to agency for a plethora of information about Credit Counseling and Debt Management. With that goal in mind, we knew that […]

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7 Expenses to Cut from your Budget

  Almost everybody is looking to live within a budget these days, either to live in the manner they would like or to save for a specific life goal, such as a wedding or college. Certain aspects of a budget can be difficult to stick to, including the need for new items to replace old […]

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8 Vehicle Maintenance Tips to Save You Money

This is the time of year when keeping up with vehicle maintenance becomes so important. As the snow and ice begin to melt the roads are littered with huge pot-holes. It is a good idea to make sure your car is in the best shape possible to avoid accidents or other damage from happening. The […]

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Time To Spring Clean Your Finances!

Spring is here! With this season comes a new hope, new life, rejuvenation, and everything feels renewed. Many people start the seemingly never-ending process of “Spring Cleaning” their homes, but what about their personal finances? Spring is also an ideal time to consider getting organized, simplifying your budgeting and savings process, and setting yourself up […]

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