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Adriana Ocanas

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Credit Cards Expert | Advocate for female empowerment & boosting your credit score | Mug hoarder & overprotective dog mom 🐕

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  • 5 days ago | money.usnews.com | Austin Cole |Adriana Ocanas |Mark Evitt |Gina Freeman

    National Average Mortgage RatesRates data is based on a borrower with good credit, a conforming loan amount (at least $200,000 but less than the national conforming loan amount), and a loan-to-value ratio of less than 80% (For purchase loans, this corresponds to a down payment of 20% or more). © Zillow, Inc., 2006-2016.

  • 1 week ago | money.usnews.com | Adriana Ocanas |Ray Frager

    Dear Clever Credit,My friend and I really want to attend a local protest, but I'm worried law enforcement could track my credit card information if I buy anything while there. Like, what if I want to buy a scoop of Ben and Jerry's and then a week later the police are at my door? Is that even possible? Should I just bring cash? Signed,Protest Against the MachineDear Protest,Long story short: Yes, law enforcement can track your movements using your credit card information. Let's break it down.

  • 2 weeks ago | money.usnews.com | Adriana Ocanas |Ray Frager

    Key Takeaways Amazon Shop with Points is a free program that allows you to use your credit card rewards points to pay for Amazon purchases. Almost 20 rewards programs are part of the Shop with Points program, but not all of them offer a 1-to-1 redemption value. Sign-up is easy, but make sure you're not losing points when participating in the program. Amazon Shop with Points is a free program available to Amazon shoppers who want to use their credit card rewards points to pay for Amazon purchases.

  • 2 weeks ago | money.usnews.com | Adriana Ocanas |Ray Frager

    Key Takeaways Credit card debt is now the most common type of debt held by adults 50 and over, according a recent survey. "Everyday expenses" is the most common contributor to credit card debt, followed by vehicle expenses, home expenses and health care. Even though older consumers are working to pay off their debt, 71% have not looked for resources on how to reduce it. Retirement is supposed to mean sand, surf and sun. Or at least not worrying about credit card debt.

  • 2 weeks ago | money.usnews.com | Adriana Ocanas |Ray Frager

    Key Takeaways Global Entry reimbursement is offered on general travel rewards cards, airline credit cards and hotel credit cards. Which card you decide on will depend on the rewards you're after, whether you think an annual fee is worth it (and how much) and additional perks and benefits. If you're new to Global Entry, be prepared for an in-person interview. You still receive your statement credit even if your application was denied. Summer is right around the corner.

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Adriana Ocañas
Adriana Ocañas @AdrianaOceans
6 May 25

I'll be joining Experian's #CreditChat from #CardoCon2025 tomorrow! Join me and the expert panelists for a money-saving conversation on summer travel! ☀️ #travel #budgeting https://t.co/NTQ0BduhLB

Adriana Ocañas
Adriana Ocañas @AdrianaOceans
30 Apr 25

Do you have questions about credit? Let me answer them! Excited to be part of such an amazing panel as we answer all those burning questions 🔥 #creditchat #credit #finances #FinancialLiteracy https://t.co/P2AmmXoQRM

Adriana Ocañas
Adriana Ocañas @AdrianaOceans
6 Aug 24

RT @EmilyRothUSN: Fellow bookworms: @AdrianaOceans has you covered!("Do NOT get another credit card," I repeat to myself 😤) https://t.co/g6…