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Brock Kernin

Brock Kernin is a software engineer and personal finance writer who paid off more than $100,000 in credit card debt through disciplined budgeting and debt-management strategies. Drawing on that experience, his BA degree and years of practical writing, he contributes clear, actionable money guidance to CleverDude focused on everyday financial decisions, frugal living, and long-term stability.

Finances & Money

Are Checks Still Used?

December 15, 2017
By Brock Kernin
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  Let's have a little Friday fun and talk about an ancient, outdated financial tool that many people don't even use anymore. I'm referring to that manual paper-based currency called a check. Are checks still used, and how many checks do … [Read more...] about Are Checks Still Used?

Taxes

How Would You Be Affected By A Repeal Of The Property Tax Deduction?

December 13, 2017
By Brock Kernin
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  There's a lot of talk regarding changes to taxes lately, and it's extremely difficult to determine exactly how they will affect you specifically. One of the things being discussed is repealing the property tax deduction. How would … [Read more...] about How Would You Be Affected By A Repeal Of The Property Tax Deduction?

Credit

Understanding Credit Score Ranges

December 6, 2017
By Brock Kernin
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  It's an important piece of information that can easily impact the course of your life. For something that plays such a huge role in our lives, the credit score is not well understood. We can get our credit score from credit cards, banks, or … [Read more...] about Understanding Credit Score Ranges

Saving Money

How To Get The Best Deal On Subscriptions

December 4, 2017
By Brock Kernin
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  Getting the best deal is an art form, and it takes some time to learn how to do it effectively. When it comes to subscription services, a person has to know how the provider operates and know when to decline one deal, knowing a better … [Read more...] about How To Get The Best Deal On Subscriptions

Investing

Should You Be Investing More In The Stock Market?

December 1, 2017
By Brock Kernin
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  Is now the time to throw conventional investment wisdom out the window? Financial advisers will tell young people to put their retirement investments into funds that have a higher risk. The theory is, the potential for higher gains … [Read more...] about Should You Be Investing More In The Stock Market?

Taxes

What Is The Social Security Tax Maximum?

November 29, 2017
By Brock Kernin
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Have you noticed a bump in your paycheck lately? If you have a high income, as the end of the year approaches you may notice an increase in your paycheck even though your gross income has not changed. This isn't a mistake, the money is yours. You … [Read more...] about What Is The Social Security Tax Maximum?

Net Worth

Jillian Michaels’ Net Worth

November 27, 2017
By Brock Kernin
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  Best known for her work on the weight loss reality show The Biggest Loser, fitness guru Jillian Michaels' net worth is reported to be $14 million. While the NBC show may be her most recognizable work, she has accomplished many other … [Read more...] about Jillian Michaels’ Net Worth

Spending

5 Things I Did On Black Friday Instead of Shopping

November 24, 2017
By Brock Kernin
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  Today was the unofficial first day of the holiday shopping season, otherwise known as Black Friday. Many were out shopping very early this morning, or even last night braving large crowds in search of deep discounts. I wanted absolutely no … [Read more...] about 5 Things I Did On Black Friday Instead of Shopping

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