Trae Bodge

Trae Bodge

Trae Bodge is an accomplished lifestyle journalist, TV presenter, spokesperson and educator, specializing in beauty, tech, apps, toys, gift guides and smart shopping. She has appeared as an expert on dozens of TV shows and radio networks, including Today, Rachael Ray Show, Steve Harvey, Extra, Inside Edition, CNN, Reuters, CNBC.com, Better.tv, NBC’s New York Live, WINS, WNEW, Sirius Radio and numerous FOX, ABC, CBS and NBC affiliates. Trae has been featured as a beauty taste maker in Elle, Redbook, InStyle and Essence, and she has bylined articles for USNews.com, ThisThatBeauty, XOJAne.com, Mainstreet.com, Steveharvey.com, and AllYou.com.

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Are Credit Card to Credit Card Payments Possible?
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Are Credit Card to Credit Card Payments Possible?

When a cash crunch makes it difficult to pay credit card debt, can you just charge it to another card?

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The Gig Economy: How to Get Your Side Hustle On
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The Gig Economy: How to Get Your Side Hustle On

Whatever your needs may be, we make heads or tails of the Gig Economy and explore the best options for earning cash on the side.

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Financial New Year's Resolutions You Should Make for 2018
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Financial New Year's Resolutions You Should Make for 2018

We explore the most popular resolutions and provide expert advice for how to see them through.

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10 Things You Need to Know before Buying a Car
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10 Things You Need to Know before Buying a Car

Buying a new or used car can be an intimidating experience. Here are ten tips to help you through the process.

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10 DIY Home Renovations for the Thrifty Homeowner
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10 DIY Home Renovations for the Thrifty Homeowner

Ten tips for doing home renovations on your own and on a budget.

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6 Hacks for Using the Capital One Venture Miles Program
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6 Hacks for Using the Capital One Venture Miles Program

The Capital One Ventures Miles program has some of the most flexible rewards out there. Here's how to take advantage.

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11 Hacks for Finding an Affordable College Apartment
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11 Hacks for Finding an Affordable College Apartment

College is expensive and so are apartments. Finding a college apartment that fits into your budget is possible with a few simple tricks.

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Summer Road Trip: 12 Tricks for Eating on the Cheap
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Summer Road Trip: 12 Tricks for Eating on the Cheap

Food and beverages on a road trip can really add up. Here are some easy, money-saving tips to keep you on budget when you're on the go.

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The Dos & Don'ts of Shopping at a Wholesale Price Club
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The Dos & Don'ts of Shopping at a Wholesale Price Club

Buying in bulk can be a cost-effective way to stock up on essentials, but there are pitfalls.

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