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Bad Credit Auto Loans: A Simple Guide That Actually Helps

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Bad Credit Auto Loans: A Simple Guide That Actually Helps

If your credit is less than perfect and you need a car, you are not alone. Life happens. Maybe a medical bill went to collections or a job gap made...

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Credit Lock vs. Freeze: What’s the Difference & Which Should You Use?

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Credit Lock vs. Freeze: What’s the Difference & Which Should You Use?

Identity theft is scary, but your choices do not have to be. Two of the strongest tools you can use are a credit freeze and a credit lock. These...

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Can I refinance my car loan?

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Can I Refinance My Car Loan? How to Save Money and Lower Payments

Refinancing can lower your monthly payment, reduce total interest, and make your budget feel calmer. You keep the car you already have and swap your...

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How to Build my Credit With Rent Payments

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How to Build my Credit With Rent Payments!

Katie always paid rent on time. When she applied for a used-car loan, though, the bank called her “credit invisible.” She learned a steady rent...

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How to Write a Business Plan: What It Is and Why You Need One

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How to Write a Business Plan: What It Is and Why You Need One

Donna never pictured herself drafting formal documents. She was the friendly face at the Rochester gym who lost 70 pounds and filled Instagram with...

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Assistance with Utilities: SE MN Programs to Cut Your Bills

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Assistance with Utilities: SE MN Programs to Cut Your Bills

Lena thought she had finally cracked the code on her monthly budget. She’d set up envelope budgeting in her checking account, stashed $20 each payday...

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How to Sta rt a Small Business: 9 Steps from Idea to Launch

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How to Start a Small Business: 9 Steps from Idea to Launch

Ever had a shower-thought you just know could turn into the next big thing—but two seconds later the “What if I mess this up?” voice kicks in? You’re...

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What is a sinking fund?

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What is a sinking fund?

That bill wasn’t an emergency—you just didn’t plan for it. New tires. School clothes. Your cousin’s wedding weekend that somehow eats half your...

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Credit Card vs Debit Card: Which One Should You Use?

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Credit Card vs Debit Card: Which One Should You Use?

Picture this: you’re grabbing snacks after school, and the cashier asks, “Credit or debit?” Both cards look alike, but they pull money from very...

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Back‑to‑School Drive Savings: Cut Your School‑Supply Costs in Half

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Back-to-School Drive Savings: Cut Your School‑Supply Costs in Half

Across the U S., the cost of gearing up for class just keeps climbing. The National Retail Federation says families will drop about $858 this year on...

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