Month: April 2017

Millions of consumers should be a lot happier with their credit scores this summer when the three credit reporting agencies start removing certain tax liens and civil judgments from credit reports — whether they are accurate or not. Some negative data will be removed from credit reports Liens and judgments that have incomplete identifying information …

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Know your auto policy before you travel with a rental car. If your travel plans include use of a rental car, a little knowledge about auto insurance could preserve your peace of mind and save you money. Before you rent, consult with your insurance agent and check your policy for coverage, limits and deductible amounts. You …

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What You Don’t Know Could Hurt You You’re a champ at making your credit card payments on time. But checking your credit on the regular? That’s an entirely different story. It far too easy to forget to monitor your credit, but it could be dangerous to do so. You don’t want something damaging to sneak …

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Make sure your life insurance beneficiary designations are in order. These arrangements are easily overlooked in the event of divorce. While we all dream of happily ever after, various sources reveal that in the U.S. approximately 50 percent of first marriages, 64 percent of second marriages and 73 percent of third marriages will end in …

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https://www.creditsesame.com/blog/featured/10-ways-to-get-ahead-of-your-bills-by-a-month/ www.creditsesame.com Jackie Lam April 20, 2021 ; Updated February 3, 2021 Wouldn’t it be nice to have some money in the bank?  An emergency fund relieves stress by allowing you to handle life’s curve balls as they happen. A small savings account feels great and …

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What do you think when I say the word “budget”? Do you roll your eyes? Cringe? I want to help you see your budget in a new light. A budget is freedom. It’s the path to getting what’s most important to you. Most of us wouldn’t consciously trade in a home or the opportunity to …

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Businesses with green buildings may need special insurance to protect their investments. More and more business owners are building green, making positive changes for their businesses and the environment. By investing to attain green certification, those businesses can more easily communicate their values and commitment to the public. While many organizations offer certification programs, two …

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