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Four Ways to Blow Your Paycheck
Posted Friday, June 16, 2017
Money comes and money goes. That's how the economy works, right? But when payday rolls around, you want your money to last until the next one...and maybe put a little bit away at the end of the week. Sadly, that's not how it goes for most Americans. A full half of all US citizens live paycheck to paycheck. Often, it's because of bad spending habits.If you want your money to last longer than the weekend, avoid these four ways to blow your paycheck.
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What Can You Do if Your Car Payments are Too High?
Posted Friday, June 9, 2017
You have a car loan, as most people do. It was great at first...and then something changed. You may have been hit with a massive repair bill for your furnace at home, or your preteen son needs braces. You've been laid off your long-time career position just before a promotion you expected. You fell ill and can't earn as much as you used to. Suddenly, you need to buckle down on your finances and your car payments are too high. What can you do about it?It's a horrible place to be, but don't despair - you have options.
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Can a High Interest Car Loan Be a Good Thing?
Posted Friday, June 2, 2017
Since you've learned about money, you've probably been instructed to pay as little interest as possible. You're bombarded with car ads advertising no-interest car financing or nearly non-existent rates. But you're new to the credit game or have had credit trouble in the past, so you don't qualify for those low rates. You know this because you've tried! All you qualify for is a high interest car loan. That's not a good thing... right?Maybe it is, and here's why:
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Should You Complete an Online Credit Application?
Posted Friday, May 26, 2017
When you're on the CarUP Kansas City website, one of the first things you'll notice is an option to get pre-approved for a car loan. Essentially, it's an online credit application. That feels like it's a little early in the process - after all, you haven't even chosen your vehicle yet! There is a reason for it, though, and the purpose will assist you in finding the best vehicle for your needs, your wants, and your credit situation.
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Great Ways to Establish Good Credit
Posted Friday, May 19, 2017
We all have to start somewhere. You might have just recently turned the age of majority. You may have just received your Green Card to live and work in the United States. Or, you might have embraced off-the-grid living until now and circumstances dictate a change in life. In any situation, if you need to establish good credit, you'll find it's not as easy as you think.Financial institutions love to lend money to clients with established credit scores. It seems that anyone with good credit can borrow as much money as they desire, and even people with bad credit have little difficulty getting a loan or credit card. It's the segment that falls in between - the people who haven't borrowed money at all - that seem to have the most trouble.Take heart, though. You can establish good credit that opens doors financially in just a short time. Here are a few ways to do so.
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Why is a Down Payment Recommended?
Posted Friday, May 12, 2017
You're shopping for a car. Every car ad that you look at - new, used, or certified pre-owned - has a payment listed. In the details, there's an explanation that tells you what that payment amount is all about, and it nearly always includes a down payment. Why is a down payment always recommended or required?
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Make Your Money Go Further With Car Maintenance
Posted Friday, May 5, 2017
Whether times are financially tough or you're living a frugal lifestyle, it's all about saving money wherever you can. Why spend more than you have to on vehicle repairs or car maintenance? It's just good sense to stretch your money as far as it can go.Do you need some ideas for keeping costs down with your car repairs or with car maintenance? CarUp has your back. Follow these pointers to get the most for your money.
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How Good People Get Bad Credit
Posted Friday, April 28, 2017
Bad credit doesn't discriminate. Whether you're a recent graduate or a senior citizen, you can experience bad credit. In most cases it's not because of criminal activity or willful disregard. In a vast number of situations, it's simply a mistake or a change in life that sets that ball in motion. And once it starts rolling, it tends to find its way to the bottom of the hill.
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How Divorce Can Affect Your Credit
Posted Friday, April 21, 2017
There's a 50/50 chance you've either experienced one, are in the midst of one, or will go through it in the future. Divorce is sadly a common occurrence in today's culture. It's the separation of two partners who decide to live their lives apart instead of together, but it reaches much further than just the home. It isn't often considered how divorce can affect your credit.It's true - it's all too easy for your credit to suffer when you're in the throes of a divorce. Here are just a handful of ways it can occur.
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Best Practices for Using Your Credit Card
Posted Friday, April 14, 2017
Read the fine print on your credit card statement. In most cases, you'll see the interest rate is anywhere from 19.99% up to 29.00%. That might not seem like a big deal because you pay your bill off every month...right? If you don't pay your credit card bill's full balance every month, you end up paying interest charges that add up quickly. If it's a one-time thing, it's not such a big deal. But when you use your credit card regularly, it can take its toll financially. Here are a few best practices for using your credit card. They could save you money and potential credit problems down the road.
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