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We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Most people know the typical credit no-nos: Don't make a late payment. Don't allow an account to go into collections. Avoid tax liens, bankruptcies and foreclosures. And of course, paying off credit card debt should be one of your top financial priorities. (To find out your other top financial priorities, use this simple Read more
Freezing your credit report is an option for you if you want to play offense with identity thieves, and won't be in the market for any new credit in the near future (including shopping for a new cell phone or utility service). If you've been a victim of identity theft freezing your credit report won't cost you any money, but if you've come this far without having your identity stolen than Read more
Why drinking coffee is good for your health — Tecca How to decide between using debit or credit — Credit Karma Woman claims she was fired for being 'too hot' — HuffPost Women 6 excuses to skimp on retirement — Bankrate Expenses you won't have in retirement — Free Money Finance Say less in job applications to score more interviews — LearnVest 7 incredible sacrifices people have made Read more
How being a woman affects your credit — LearnVest Packing tricks to carry you past new carry-on baggage charges — Tecca Marketing stuff as "manly" is silly. Here’s why it should stop. — The Jane Dough 20 frugal ways to brighten your spouse's day — Wise Bread How to deal with catty compliments at the office — Corporette The most important part of the budgeting process — Free Money Read more
Do you have what it takes to buy a home? Consider this exhaustive guide from Kiplinger. Tired of renting? It could be a great time to buy your first home. In many cities, home prices have bottomed, and rents have risen. Mortgage rates are still superlow. In fact, homes haven't been as affordable since 1971. On the downside, in many cities, buyers have fewer homes from which to choose and more Read more
This post is by reader brisas in our Ask Savvy group. Weigh in with your thoughts below. I avidly check my credit reports using Transunion, I recently logged and was amazed there was button to share your credit grade on Facebook. I am active on Facebook posting my funny stories, cool ideas, and a bunch of other things but I would never share my credit grade. Would you ever share your private Read more
Everyone makes mistakes. Business Insider shares solutions for some common money mistakes people make. Recently, two friends confessed they live check to check — a revelation worsened by the fact that they only check their bank balance once or twice a month. RELATED: How This Writer Clawed Her Way Out of the Black Hole of Debt We called in the finance experts, and here's what we decided they Read more
If something feels off at the office, you may want to brace yourself for the worst. Wise Bread shares signs to look for when a pink slip is coming. There are two types of employees. One has a good idea of what they do, who they are, and what position they play in the company. They are savvy. They know the score. They are under no delusions, and will no doubt leave for another job long before Read more
You're pregnant . . . congratulations! Now what on earth are you going to wear for the next nine months? Aside from the usual suspects of maternity specialty stores, there are plenty of unexpected spots to score great gear that'll last you the duration of your pregnancy (and in some cases, beyond). Grab your credit card and check out seven surprising sources to turn to for maternity wear. Read more
When it comes to major investments, buying a home definitely tops the list. There are many ways you can get a jump on preparing for your first home purchase, including starting a savings plan. But there are plenty of other smart strategies you can also implement to make your dream home a reality. Check out these seven tips from MyBanktracker.com founder and personal finance expert Alex Matjanec Read more
