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Debt is Debt. Except When it Isn’t?
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Debt is Debt no Matter How you Phrase It. I love how there are so many different ideas about debt. Some people say debt is bad. Some people say debt is good. Some people say debt is a tool. Some … Continue reading →

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I’m Working On My Debit Score
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I have a motto: “Say NO to FICO, I’m working on my DEBIT SCORE”. FICO is the company that collects consumer credit data.  They are in the business to sell this information to companies and offer to sell it to you with your “Credit … Continue reading →

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Why 0% Interest Isn’t Free Money
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No Interest Loans Still Cost You Plenty It seems like every day I hear someone talking about how they got a great deal on something because they got 0% financing. 0% means it’s free money, right? Well, it sounds like … Continue reading →

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Why I LOVE The Emergency Fund
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Emergencies happen. Are you prepared? This morning I woke up to the sound of my wife telling me we had no hot water. I knew right away that if she’s telling me this, it means she got up before me … Continue reading →

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