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3 weeks ago | 
money.com | Andrea Agostini Ferrer |Kristen Bahler
For most people, buying items built to last a lifetime feels increasingly out of reach. Fast-fashion giants like Shein, Zara and H&M have taken over the clothing market, providing an endless stream of $20 winter coats and $5 bathing suits to online shoppers. Quality, long-lasting furniture isn’t as prevalent on Facebook Marketplace as it once was, and even the most basic Ikea couch now runs upwards of $700.
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1 month ago | 
money.com | Andrea Agostini Ferrer |Kaitlin Mulhere
Getting out of debt can be overwhelming, especially when you don’t know where to start or what advice to follow. A nonprofit credit counseling agency can help you develop a strategy to improve your financial stability. This can be as simple as a one-time session for free credit counseling and budget planning or a longer-term solution like enrolling you in a debt management plan for a small monthly fee. How does credit counseling work?
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Jan 3, 2025 | 
money.com | Kat Tretina |Kaitlin Mulhere |Andrea Agostini Ferrer |Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
Refinancing your student loans can help some borrowers pay off their debt quicker and save money in the long run. Now that the Federal Reserve has started cutting its benchmark interest rate, student loan refinance rates will likely decline gradually over the next several months — meaning it may soon be a good time to pursue the strategy. Read on for our best student loan refinance company reviews, plus industry insights and a comprehensive guide on when to refinance student loans.
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Dec 10, 2024 | 
msn.com | Andrea Agostini Ferrer
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Dec 10, 2024 | 
money.com | Andrea Agostini Ferrer |Kaitlin Mulhere
Dealing with debt collectors can be nerve-racking, especially if you fell behind on your bills because you're struggling with unemployment, illness or other setbacks. Though the number of debt collections listed on credit reports has declined in recent years, millions of Americans still struggle with this problem.
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Nov 22, 2024 | 
money.com | Carlos Silva |Gabriel Sánchez Vissepó |Taina Cuevas |Andrea Agostini Ferrer
Some 8 in 10 American adults have at least one credit card, according to the Government Accountability Office, and their debt has now surpassed $1.1 trillion. A balance transfer — moving existing credit card debt from one card to another — is a popular way to manage this kind of debt. This is typically done to take advantage of a lower interest rate as many specialized balance transfer cards offer an introductory period with no interest charges on transfers (and often on purchases, too).
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Oct 29, 2024 | 
money.com | Joan Pabón |Andrea Agostini Ferrer |Claudia Hamilton |Paul Reynolds
*Rates and APYs may have changed. Use the provided links for the specific lenders to contact the lender and confirm current terms. If you're looking to expand or sustain your venture, taking out a small business loan could be a worthwhile step to consider. An infusion of new capital can allow you to build up inventory, purchase new equipment or have extra cash on to cover overhead expenses.
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Aug 14, 2024 | 
money.com | Andrea Agostini Ferrer |Joan Pabón
Best Cheap Pet Insurance Main Takeaways The most affordable pet insurers include Embrace, Pets Best and Lemonade. Pet insurance can cover accidents as well as chronic conditions. On average, monthly premiums are $53 for dogs and $32 for cats. Premiums are lower for younger pets but will rise as the animal ages. To compile our roster of the best cheap pet insurers, we rigorously investigated premiums and policy provisions across a wide selection of companies.
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May 17, 2024 | 
money.com | Kat Tretina |Joan Pabón |Andrea Agostini Ferrer
Best for pets with mobility issues Pets Best is one of our top picks for the best pet insurance companies because it’s among the few insurers that provide coverage for wheelchairs and prosthetics for pets with mobility issues. It could be a good option for you if you have a breed that is prone to limb or cruciate ligament issues, such as hip dysplasia or degenerative joint disorders. The company’s policies are also more customizable than most.
