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How to deal with your debt when it gets out of hand
It’s easy to accumulate debt. Credit cards, store cars, car loans and overdrafts. Before you know it, your non-mortgage debt can creep up to a scary amount.
It’s easy to feel silly, overwhelmed or embarrassed about debt. But the simple fact is as humans we aren’t wired to be naturally good with money. Our brain has developed at a much...
What’s an interest rate – and what do you need to consider?
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What’s an interest rate – and what do you need to consider?
Interest rates are everywhere when it comes to borrowing money – it’s hard to escape those % signs. But when it comes down to the detail, how many of us can really say we understand what an interest is and what it means? If you’re not sure, read on…
What is an interest rate?
Interest is the cost of borrowing...
How to dispute an error in your credit report
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How to dispute an error in your credit report
Your credit report includes information about where you live, how you manage credit, and even if you have been sued or arrested. According to a study by Consumer Reports, for the past three years, incorrect information on a report has been the number one complaint made to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). This could lead to consumers...
What affects your credit score
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What affects your credit score
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4 times you’ll want to think about improving your credit score
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4 times you’ll want to think about improving your credit score
There are some times in life when it pays to make sure your credit score is in good shape. If you’re not the kind of person who checks their score regularly, these are some examples of times when you’ll want to check in. Unsure how to check your credit reports and scores? Start here.
1. When you’re planning...
The value of good credit
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The value of good credit
Your credit score is one of the most influential aspects of your financial life. A good credit score can significantly reduce the cost of borrowing money over your lifetime and put you in a better position to accomplish goals like buying a home, paying for education, or starting a business.
Lenders use credit scores to decide whether to approve you for a loan or credit...
Frequently asked questions about credit scores
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Frequently asked questions about credit scores
Credit scores can be difficult to understand: what are they, why do I need one, and what are they used for? — are some of the common questions.
At FinFit, we often get questions about how credit scores really work. We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help you quickly find the answers you need regarding credit scores. ...
The Debt Consolidation Guide
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The Debt Consolidation Guide
At FinFit we’re driven by our mission to help employees live financially happier and healthier lives. We do this by providing products and services that help employees across the US move out of debt and into savings, and also learn more about their finances. We recognize that many people will be worried about their money, potentially now more than ever. This...
How to avoid the minimum repayment trap
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How to avoid the minimum repayment trap
Carrying a large credit card balance is nobody’s idea of fun. With interest rates (APR) hovering at 20% – and often higher for subprime borrowers – maintaining a credit card balance can add up to thousands of dollars in interest over time.
The good news is that you can save yourself lots of time and money by learning one key move that will help...
How to pay down debt as fast as possible
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How to pay down debt as fast as possible
Whatever the reason for ending up in debt in the first place, whether it’s unexpected bills, medical issues, job loss, or even just overspending, many of us struggle to know how to pay it back in the best way possible. For many, this amount can be in the tens of thousands.
It can feel overwhelming or impossible to take back control,...