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How to Upgrade Your Secured Credit Card

If you have a secured credit card, you'll want to graduate to a standard one. Here's what you need to do to get a credit card approval.

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How to Upgrade Your Secured Credit Card
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How to Upgrade Your Secured Credit Card

If you have a secured credit card, you'll want to graduate to a standard one. Here's what you need to do to get a credit card approval.

Jason Steele

Made Home Improvements Last Year? You Could Get a Tax Break
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Made Home Improvements Last Year? You Could Get a Tax Break

Certain home improvements can net some credit from good old Uncle Sam.

Maricel Tabalba

How to Use a Personal Loan to Consolidate Credit Card Debt
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How to Use a Personal Loan to Consolidate Credit Card Debt

Getting a personal loan from your local bank, credit union, or reputable online lender is one strategy for consolidating credit card debt. Learn more now.

Lucy Lazarony

Will a 1099-C Hurt My Credit Scores?
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Will a 1099-C Hurt My Credit Scores?

For taxpayers, a 1099-C is the epitome of adding insult to injury. Here is a simple step-by-step guide to 1099-Cs, including helpful resources.

Gerri Detweiler

7 Ways to Save at Macy's
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7 Ways to Save at Macy's

Sure, you've seen the Thanksgiving parade, but you've also probably shopped at Macy's. And if you do so regularly, these tips can help you save at Macy's.

Brian Acton

What's the Best Credit Score?
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What's the Best Credit Score?

Most credit scoring models follow a credit score range of 300 to 850 with that 850 being the “best” score you can net.

Gerri Detweiler

Leasing a Car: Is It Right for Me?
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Leasing a Car: Is It Right for Me?

Leasing a car has a lot of perks but it also has several disadvantages that must be considered. Read this and find out if leasing a car is right for you.

Lucy Lazarony

What’s the Difference Between Secured & Unsecured Credit Cards?
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What’s the Difference Between Secured & Unsecured Credit Cards?

If you’re in the market for a new credit card, you’re probably doing some research ahead of time, which is smart.

Brooke Niemeyer

Identity Theft Hit an All-Time High in 2016
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Identity Theft Hit an All-Time High in 2016

Despite the switch to chip cards, identity theft soared in 2016.

Bob Sullivan

Credit & Debit Card Tips for Overseas Travelers in 2018
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Credit & Debit Card Tips for Overseas Travelers in 2018

Heading for abroad for a travel adventure in 2017? In addition to your sunscreen and travel guides, you may want to pack a credit card.

Lucy Lazarony

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