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These Are 5 Signs Hidden Credit Card Debt Is About to Surface During Tax Season

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5 Signs Hidden Credit Card Debt Is About to Surface During Tax Season

February 5, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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Tax season has a way of shining a bright, unforgiving spotlight on our finances. Suddenly, every forgotten subscription, impulse buy, and “I’ll deal with it later” credit card charge feels louder, heavier, and more real. It’s the one time of year … [Read more...] about 5 Signs Hidden Credit Card Debt Is About to Surface During Tax Season

These Are 6 Spending Habits That Create Pressure

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6 Spending Habits That Create Pressure

January 20, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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Money pressure doesn’t usually arrive with a dramatic announcement. It shows up quietly, tapping you on the shoulder during a grocery run, whispering doubts during a late-night scroll, or sitting heavy in your chest when the credit card statement … [Read more...] about 6 Spending Habits That Create Pressure

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Finances & Money

6 Credit Card Habits That Raise Red Flags

August 30, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Credit cards can be powerful financial tools when used wisely, but they can also become a source of serious financial trouble. While many people focus on rewards points and cash-back offers, they often overlook habits that signal danger to lenders, … [Read more...] about 6 Credit Card Habits That Raise Red Flags

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Finances & Money

8 Financial Shortcuts That Cost Way More in the Long Run

August 23, 2025
By Travis Campbell
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When money feels tight or time is short, it’s tempting to cut corners. We all want quick fixes, especially when it comes to our finances. But many of these so-called financial shortcuts set us up for bigger problems down the road. What seems like a … [Read more...] about 8 Financial Shortcuts That Cost Way More in the Long Run

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Finances & Money

10 Purchases You Should Never Put on a Credit Card

August 17, 2025
By Drew Blankenship
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Credit cards can be powerful financial tools when used wisely, offering rewards, convenience, and fraud protection. However, they can also be dangerous when swiped for the wrong purchases. Many people fall into the trap of using credit for items that … [Read more...] about 10 Purchases You Should Never Put on a Credit Card

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Retirement

6 Spending Habits That Keep Men Quietly Struggling Into Retirement

August 11, 2025
By Travis Campbell
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Retirement should be a time to relax, not worry about money. But for many men, certain spending habits make this stage of life harder than it needs to be. These habits often start small and go unnoticed for years. Over time, they add up, leaving men … [Read more...] about 6 Spending Habits That Keep Men Quietly Struggling Into Retirement

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Banking

6 Financial Accounts That Should Never Be Jointly Held

July 22, 2025
By Travis Campbell
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Money brings people together. But it can also tear them apart faster than you'd imagine. While joint accounts seem like the natural next step in serious relationships, some financial accounts should remain strictly individual. The wrong choice here … [Read more...] about 6 Financial Accounts That Should Never Be Jointly Held

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Finances & Money

9 Financial Habits That Look Smart But Trigger Red Flags

July 11, 2025
By Travis Campbell
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Money habits shape your future. Some habits seem smart on the surface, but they can actually cause problems. You might think you’re making good choices, but these actions can set off warning signs for banks, lenders, or even your own financial … [Read more...] about 9 Financial Habits That Look Smart But Trigger Red Flags

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