What is ChexSystems and What Do You Need to Know?
ChexSystems is a national consumer-reporting agency, similar to a credit reporting agency like Experian, Equifax or TransUnion. However, instead of tracking credit accounts, ChexSystems keeps […]
ChexSystems is a national consumer-reporting agency, similar to a credit reporting agency like Experian, Equifax or TransUnion. However, instead of tracking credit accounts, ChexSystems keeps […]
Young Americans have eased up on buying new cars since the end of 2012, according to a report from auto sales information site Edmunds.com. Through August this year, consumers ages 18 through 34 have made up 11.4% of new vehicle purchases, down from 12.6% in 2012. In 2011, that age group bought 10.8% of new… Read More
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Investing for retirement might seem daunting. With so many retirement plan options, and even more jargon that comes with the territory, itâs no wonder some people feel anxious when figuring out how to properly invest in their 401(k). Luckily, the first step is easyâsigning up for a 401(k) retirement account through your employer is often […]
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If investing 15 minutes would save you $50 a month for the next three years, would you do it? That seems like a no-brainer, but you’d be surprised how many people are passing up a similar deal. That would be a total savings of $1,800 or, put another way, that 15 minutes would be an opportunity… Read More
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When it comes to renting your first apartment, mistakes can be deadly to your bank account and your relationships. Many […]
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Auto loans are hot. Consumers can’t seem to get enough of them, and the average loan has soared from $14,700 to $17,400 in the past five years, according to TransUnion. Wall Street can’t get enough of them either: Santander Consumer USA just sold off $700 million of its subprime loans to investors within a few… Read More
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Your credit score is more than just a number. It represents how reliable a borrower you are and how well (or poorly) you manage your debt. Just like your SAT scores back in high school (which I prefer to never…
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While thereâs been a larger push for financial literacy in schools as of late, teaching money management basics has yet to make its way to the school curriculum. If youâre a parent, that means the responsibility falls on you to teach your kids…
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Founded way back in 1936, GEICO is the second-largest auto insurance company in the United States behind State Farm. It has worked its way into the public consciousness thanks to an unforgettable series of commercials featuring the shenanigans of a Cockney gecko and is the preferred choice for millions of Americans. As a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, with revenue of nearly $25,500 […]
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Avoid huge mistakes and bad surprises before leasing your very first apartment.  Ask the property manager these critical renters’ questions.  The feedback you get will […]
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