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April 29, 2013
- Masters of Money
Teaching Kids about Credit History and Good Debt vs. Bad Debt
In my last blog post, we reviewed the essential information your kids need to know about credit and how to use credit cards responsibly. We also noted that one of the benefits for teens and young adults of using a credit card is that it allows them to build a credit history. MORE
April 24, 2013
- Masters of Money
Teaching Kids about Credit and Credit Cards
If you’re like me, you probably use your credit card often. Using a credit card to pay for your daily purchases is much more convenient and secure than using cash. MORE
Tagged credit, Credit Cards, Fees, Interest
January 28, 2013
- Masters of Money
What Happens When You Can’t Qualify
If your mortgage application has been declined, it’s probably due to low income, too much debt or bad credit. Here are some ideas of what you can do if you’re getting declined. MORE
November 5, 2012
- Masters of Money
5 Questions to Ask Before Buying Anything
Impulse buys happen to all of us – but whether you’re considering buying a pricey pair of shoes or a new car, it’s always a good idea to stop and think before parting with your hard-earned cash. To help, here are five questions to ask the next time you’re thinking of buying something. MORE
September 27, 2012
- Masters of Money
Past the Point of Negotiating
Sometimes negotiating doesn’t work. So, depending on your interest rates, you may want to consider a consolidation loan or debt transfer to a line of credit. A consolidation loan places all your debts into one loan at a lower interest rate, allowing you to make one monthly payment instead of multiple payments. MORE
Tagged Collateral, Consolidation, credit, Interest, Loan
