Pay Off Debt Faster With These Simple Monthly Budget Tips
Pay Off Debt Faster With These Simple Monthly Budget Tips Credit for Beginners by David B. Coulter Share Share Email Trying to figure out how to pay off debt faster? The interwebs will likely offer you countless budgeting tips that may or may not work for you — budgeting tips that suggest you stop buying […]
How to Create a Debt Management Plan that Works for You
How to Create a Debt Management Plan that Works for You Credit for Beginners by Staff Writer Share Share Email Managing debt is not fun, but with a structured plan, you can take control of your finances and work towards financial freedom, which can lead to fun! Whether you’re a young adult, a financial planner, […]
Consumer Debt Increased in August
Consumer Debt Increased in August Auto Loans by John Ulzheimer Share Share Email In August 2012, we saw the largest increase in consumer debt in three months. According to the Federal Reserve, it was $2.73 trillion, which was 5.5 percent above July 2008. The categories that increased were auto, student loans, and credit card; the […]
Should I Pay Off Student Loan Debt Early?
Should I Pay Off Student Loan Debt Early? Credit Report by John Ulzheimer Share Share Email Don’t get me wrong, not being in debt is infinitely better than being in debt. But, taking extraordinary steps to pay off certain debts early isn’t necessarily a good idea. So what does “early” mean in the context of […]