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Bankruptcy Myths Busted: Know the Truth

Carolyn Depoto·Dec 3, 2020·4 min read
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Protect Your Finances from Banks: How to Build a Cushion

Michel Mora·May 14, 2020·4 min read
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How to Survive in These 'Interesting' Times

Brian Keaney·Mar 30, 2020·4 min read
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How Subscriptions & Bills Impact Your Loan Approval

Steven McKean·Sep 18, 2019·2 min read
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7 Essential Steps to Achieve Financial Health and Stability

Brian Keaney·Jun 17, 2019·3 min read
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Billshark: Keeping Your Data Safe and Secure

Steven McKean·Apr 17, 2019·1 min read
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Don't Freak Out About an Emergency Fund — Just Start One

Michel Mora·Mar 8, 2019·4 min read
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Avoid Crowdfunding Scams With These 5 Tips

Steven McKean·Nov 26, 2018·5 min read
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Pay Off Your Mortgage Early: Simple Strategies to Use

Michel Mora·Nov 2, 2018·5 min read
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How to Protect Your Money from Modern Banking Scams

Brian Keaney·Aug 3, 2018·4 min read
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Avoid Debit Card Fraud: Tips to Stay Safe and Secure

Carolyn Depoto·Jun 1, 2018·4 min read
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Avoid Unethical Financial Advisor Tactics: 3 Tips

Carolyn Depoto·Apr 6, 2018·4 min read
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Mark Cuban's Money Advice: Strategies to Build Wealth

Steven McKean·Mar 7, 2018·7 min read
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5 Popular Tax Tips You Should Ignore

Steven McKean·Feb 28, 2018·4 min read
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5 Ways to Improve Your Finances and Reach Your Money Goals

Michel Mora·Jan 3, 2018·1 min read
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4 Nobel Prize Tips to Set Yourself Up for Success

Michel Mora·Nov 17, 2017·3 min read
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Student Loan Debt Scams: Protect Yourself from Fraud

Steven McKean·Oct 23, 2017·3 min read
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Biometric Security Risks: Smart Protection Tips

Michel Mora·Oct 16, 2017·4 min read
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Smart Tips to Scatter Your Bank Accounts and Save More

Michel Mora·Jun 23, 2017·4 min read
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Who Needs Life Insurance? A Simple Family Guide

Steven McKean·May 19, 2017·1 min read
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Money Management in Your 30s: Financial Success Tips

Carolyn Depoto·Apr 28, 2017·5 min read
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7 Bad Financial Habits You Must Break for Better Money

Brian Keaney·Mar 24, 2017·4 min read
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Dow Hits 20,000: 3 Key Takeaways for Investors

Steven McKean·Jan 27, 2017·3 min read
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New Year, New Budget: Smart Tips for Financial Wellness

Steven McKean·Jan 6, 2017·3 min read
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Credit Report Services: Monitor Credit & Protect Finances

Carolyn Depoto·Jun 8, 2016·7 min read
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How Financial Institutions Add Value for Customers

Michel Mora·Sep 4, 2024·6 min read
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New Stimulus Package: Key Benefits and What It Means

Michel Mora·Mar 23, 2021·6 min read
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Hiring a Financial Advisor: Smart Tips for Your Money

Steven McKean·Jan 6, 2021·6 min read
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Here's Who's Hiring Now

Steven McKean·May 18, 2020·4 min read
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Get Money Fast: Top Strategies for Quick Cash

Steven McKean·Apr 28, 2020·7 min read
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Financial Success: Smart Tips to Make Bankers Love You

Carolyn Depoto·Jan 13, 2020·3 min read
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Car Crash: 6 Tips to Stay Safe and Save Money

Brian Keaney·Jan 3, 2020·4 min read
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Equifax Settlement: How to Claim Your Money & Data

Brian Keaney·Jul 29, 2019·6 min read
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Billshark Safety and Security Updates

Brian Keaney·May 15, 2019·2 min read
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4 Best Places to Keep Your Emergency Fund

Brian Keaney·Apr 15, 2019·5 min read
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Stop Porch Pirates: 6 Proven Ways to Protect Packages

Steven McKean·Dec 3, 2018·4 min read
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Ethos Life Insurance: Easy, Smart, Affordable

Steven McKean·Nov 13, 2018·7 min read
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Financial Awareness for Millennials: Smart Steps

Steven McKean·Aug 13, 2018·3 min read
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Can You Make It as a Gig Worker? Tips for Success

Steven McKean·Jun 4, 2018·4 min read
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Who Gets Scammed Most Often—and How to Avoid It

Steven McKean·Mar 12, 2018·3 min read
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6 Hidden Ways You're Losing Money (and How to Stop)

Carolyn Depoto·Mar 2, 2018·4 min read
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Achieve Your Goals: The Best Books for Success

Brian Keaney·Jan 10, 2018·1 min read
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Holiday Shopping Safety: Smart Tips to Protect & Save

Steven McKean·Nov 20, 2017·3 min read
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Holiday Shopping: Smart Tips to Stay Safe and Save

Michel Mora·Nov 13, 2017·3 min read
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Protect Your Money: Avoid Debit Card Fraud & Dangers

Michel Mora·Oct 12, 2017·3 min read
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Are You Afraid to Look at Your Finances?

Steven McKean·Jul 14, 2017·3 min read
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Boost Your Credit Score: Simple, Fast Strategies

Michel Mora·May 24, 2017·3 min read
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3 Common Medical Debt Mistakes to Avoid

Michel Mora·May 5, 2017·5 min read
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Retire a Millionaire: Smart Wealth Building Strategies

Michel Mora·Apr 12, 2017·2 min read
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How to Win Against the Odds: Underdog Strength

Michel Mora·Jan 30, 2017·2 min read
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Comcast Lawsuit: What Customers Should Know

Steven McKean·Jan 3, 2017·2 min read
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Top 3 Apps for Finance: Manage Money & Build Habits

Michel Mora·Dec 21, 2016·2 min read
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ApexEdge + Billshark: Secure, Smart Solutions for Banks

Michel Mora·Aug 2, 2024·7 min read
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Beware Pandemic Work-from-Home and Investment Scams

Michel Mora·Feb 23, 2021·4 min read
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Pandemic Puppy Scams Soaring

Brian Keaney·Jan 19, 2021·4 min read
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Buying Your First House? Beware of “Cash Buyers” and Quick-Sale Scams

Carolyn Depoto·Jul 6, 2020·5 min read
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COVID Creeps Crawl Out of the Woodwork

Steven McKean·Jun 29, 2020·4 min read
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Don't Be Duped by These Phone and Email Scams

Brian Keaney·Feb 7, 2020·4 min read
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Huge Red Flags: Prepaid Cards and Giant Checks

Brian Keaney·Oct 28, 2019·4 min read
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Has Your Newborn’s Identity Already Been Stolen?

Michel Mora·Oct 18, 2019·3 min read
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Card-not-present fraud: How It Happens and How to Protect Your Money

Brian Keaney·Sep 23, 2019·6 min read
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Here’s the Best Way To Protect Your Identity

Steven McKean·Aug 26, 2019·4 min read
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Watch Out For the Latest Job Scams

Steven McKean·Apr 1, 2019·4 min read
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How Billshark Protects Your Privacy

Steven McKean·Jan 28, 2019·3 min read
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Disaster Relief Scams: How to Spot, Avoid, and Protect Yourself

Carolyn Depoto·Sep 24, 2018·6 min read
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The Anniversary of the Equifax Breach

Michel Mora·Sep 17, 2018·4 min read
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It’s Tax Scam Season. Here’s When to Call Shenanigans

Carolyn Depoto·Mar 9, 2018·4 min read
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Beware of Tax Scams, Old and New

Carolyn Depoto·Feb 26, 2018·3 min read
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Want Online Privacy? Pay the Man.

Brian Keaney·Jul 26, 2017·1 min read
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Don’t Fear Your Mobile Wallet by NerdWallet

Michel Mora·Mar 10, 2017·5 min read
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DIY Home Security vs. Service Providers

Brian Keaney·Aug 8, 2015·5 min read
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