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Save Money with Generic Brands

As prices increase, brand loyalty may need to take a back seat when it comes to finding ways to keep costs down and pad your budget. Not only is switching to generic alternatives an easy technique to ...

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7 Questions to Ask Before Signing Up For Payment Protection Insurance

Most people sign up for a wide range of financial protections that make them feel secure. These include auto insurance, homeowners insurance, and AD&D insurance policies, among others. These ...

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6 Home Improvement Projects To Get You "Falling" in Love with Your Home.

Studies indicate that almost two-thirds of new and relatively young property owners plan to upgrade their living space, with 60 percent of Gen Xers inclined to make a home improvement. What may be ...

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What is Auto loan Refinancing and When Should You Consider it?

Although local lenders offer auto loan refinancing, only about 12 percent of borrowers take advantage of the option. That’s largely because average car buyers are unaware such programs exist or don’t ...

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5 Reasons Why an Extended Car Warranty is Worth It

After test driving a new or pre-owned vehicle, buyers decide on the most suitable car, truck, or SUV that meets their needs and fits into their budget. The process of a car loan approval, providing a ...

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How Quickly Can I Refinance My Car Loan After Financing at a Dealer?

Sometimes fast-paced car salespeople get potential buyers overly excited and entice them to make a purchase that doesn’t serve their best financial interests. When this happens, more than a few ...

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9 Things Every First-time Car Buyer Should Know

Congrats! Buying your first car is an exciting and rewarding experience. But while it may be tons of fun, there are some things that you must know as a first time car buyer to ensure that you choose ...

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3 Ways to Easily Safeguard Your Identity

Identity theft is when someone steals your personal or financial information (like your name, address, credit card, credit union account numbers, Social Security number, or medical insurance account ...

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7 Common Scam Types Aimed at Seniors

People over the age of sixty are often targeted because they’re trusting, more financially secure, and are overall more vulnerable. Protect your loved ones by familiarizing yourself with the 7 most ...

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