Kat Tretina

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The one, true Kat Tretina. Freelance writer, financial and student loan counselor, hater of debt, and protector of the land clouds.

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Preparing for a recession? Take advantage of these credit card benefits

6 days ago | finance.yahoo.com | Kat Tretina

Between tariff concerns, inflated prices, and rising debt delinquency rates, you might already be feeling some financial uncertainty. If and when a recession hits, there may not be much you can do to combat it on an economic level, but you can protect your own wallet. Building an emergency savings fund, sticking to a budget, and getting ahead of high-interest debt balances are all good places to start.
5 Easy Steps to Getting the Most for Your Collectibles

1 week ago | money.com | Kat Tretina |Paul Reynolds

Whether you inherited your grandmother's china collection or are still holding on to your Beanie Babies, you likely have thought about how to turn your unused stuff into cash. But you may have held off on selling it because you didn’t know how much the items were worth – and were afraid of selling them for less than their actual value. Making accurate valuations of your collectibles will help you price them appropriately — and potentially get more cash if you sell them.
GEICO vs. State Farm [2025]: Which Is Better?

1 week ago | financebuzz.com | Kat Tretina

GEICO and State Farm are insurance giants. Their commercials featuring Jake (and his khakis) and the gecko are television mainstays, and they both offer a broad range of coverage options. Both companies have strong records for customer satisfaction, reliability, and financial stability, but they do differ significantly in several ways.
How to save on commercial auto insurance

1 week ago | insurance.com | Kat Tretina |John McCormick |John Mccormick

Commercial auto insurance rates vary based on the insurer, the makes and models you insure, the number of vehicles you have and other factors, but you can expect to pay anywhere from $125 to $1,000 per month per vehicle. However, as with personal car insurance, there are ways to lower insurance rates for commercial vehicles:As a business owner, you have a lot on your mind – and on your to-do list.
Is Insurance More Expensive for New Cars? What Drivers Need to Know

2 weeks ago | financebuzz.com | Kat Tretina

After years of making do with a clunker, you're finally ready to buy a new car. Since you don't want to worry about mechanical issues or reliability, you decide on a new vehicle backed by a manufacturer's warranty, and you choose an entry-level compact sedan (like the Nissan Versa) to keep your costs low. However, you may be surprised when you insure that car. Is insurance more expensive for new cars?
Does Full Coverage Cover Any Driver?

2 weeks ago | financebuzz.com | Kat Tretina

Your friend's car is in the shop and they're starting a new job, so they ask if they can borrow your vehicle to get to work. You want to be a good friend, but before you hand over your keys, you wonder what would happen if your friend were in an accident while driving your car. Does full coverage cover any driver? Typically, yes, your insurance policy would cover another driver who has permission to drive your car.
Credit card debt statistics [2025]: See the trends

2 weeks ago | finance.yahoo.com | Kat Tretina

When was the last time you used cash to make a purchase? If you're like most people, it's been a while. The Federal Reserve reported that credit cards are the most common payment method for consumers, and people prefer using credit cards rather than cash or debit cards. However, our reliance on credit cards has caused debt to become even more common. After the national credit card debt surpassed $1 trillion for the first time in 2023, it continued to climb to $1.21 trillion at the end of 2024.
Food truck insurance: What is it and what does it cover?

3 weeks ago | insurance.com | Kat Tretina |John McCormick |John Mccormick

As a food truck owner, you may need several types of insurance. Your policy may include one or more of the following main types of coverage: General liability: All businesses face the risk of lawsuits. If a customer is injured while visiting your truck, or becomes ill after eating food they purchased from you, general liability insurance pays for the damages, attorney fees and other legal defense expenses. Commercial auto: Food trucks must have commercial auto coverage to legally operate.
Progressive Snapshot Review: Potentially Reduce Your Premiums

1 month ago | financebuzz.com | Kat Tretina |Ashley Donohoe

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Debt Relief Services in New York: A Complete Guide

1 month ago | sacbee.com | Kat Tretina

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