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How to rebuild your finances after experiencing financial abuse
Economic or financial abuse isn’t the typical focus of discussions about abusive relationships, but it’s more common than you might think.
9 min read Mar 17, 2023 -
What is a good faith estimate (GFE) for mortgages?
The GFE can help you understand all the details of a mortgage.
3 min read Mar 16, 2023 -
Most Americans don’t have enough emergency savings, despite the strong job market
Despite the strong job market, most Americans are worried about having enough savings to weather unemployment.
7 min read Mar 16, 2023 -
New guidance from the Department of Education will hold “risky” for-profit college leaders responsible for unpaid federal debt
The Department of Education seeks to limit risky behavior of for-profit colleges.
4 min read Mar 10, 2023 -
Why did my credit score drop?
Your credit score may go down for a few reasons, but there are steps you can take today to increase it again.
5 min read Mar 09, 2023 -
Consumer credit protections: Know your rights
Credit card consumers enjoy various protections under laws such as the CARD Act.
5 min read Mar 09, 2023 -
Bilt just announced a partnership with Lyft worth 5X points on rideshares
Bilt — the company behind the rewards program that lets you earn on rent payments — just announced a new Lyft rewards category for Bilt Rewards members.
2 min read Mar 08, 2023 -
Average wedding cost: Wedding planning tips for 2023
Wedding expenses see inflation, too. This is how much more people are paying.
7 min read Mar 08, 2023 -
Colorado housing market: Everything you need to know
The real estate market here has flattened out considerably.
5 min read Mar 07, 2023 -
Home inspection checklist for buyers
An inspection is a critical step in the homebuying process. Find out what to look for.
5 min read Mar 07, 2023
