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Campus Resources to Take Advantage Of

BLOG | COLLEGE

1 min read | November 16, 2023

Walking onto campus for the first time as a student can be intimidating. You don’t want to get overwhelmed with all the new areas to explore, so here are some tips for connecting with helpful resources on campus.

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Can All-Nighters Hurt You in College?

BLOG | COLLEGE

2 min read | November 16, 2023

The main purpose of college is to learn. It’s a time to prepare and grow for the career that you will someday have. Between studying, going to class, and all the extra things in life, sleep can be low on the priority list.

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Car Insurance 101

BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL

2 min read | November 16, 2023

Most drivers are paying for car insurance, despite the fact that they rarely need to file a claim. The one time you do need it, though, all of those payments will likely pay off. Some states, including Michigan, require all drivers to have car insurance.

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Cash Advance Apps: What to Know

BLOG | CREDIT

1 min read | November 16, 2023

Sometimes you need a little cash. It could be an unexpected expense that threatens your budget, or a bill that arrives before payday.

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Celebrate February Its Financial Aid Awareness Month

BLOG | COLLEGE

1 min read | November 16, 2023

Financial Aid Awareness Month is celebrated across the nation every February. This celebration is an effort to provide crucial information to families and students about federal, state, and institutional financial student aid.

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Cell Phone Hijacking: SIM Swaps

BLOG | FRAUD

2 min read | November 16, 2023

SIM swapping allows thieves to gain access to cellphone accounts and divert calls and texts to a new device. This may sound like a temporary inconvenience, but it can result in large-scale identity theft and significant financial loss.

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Changes in Credit Card Debt Trends

BLOG | CREDIT

1 min read | November 16, 2023

Credit card debt is not something new to most Americans. In fact, according to Experian.com, 75% of adults carry a balance on their credit accounts. With that in mind, credit card debt has started to drop over the past year. 

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Clutter, Emotions, and Finances

BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL

3 min read | November 16, 2023

How we feel determines how we organize the clutter in our lives, including our homes and even our finances. Learning to address our emotions will help to keep our homes — and finances — in order.

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College Costs: How They Add Up

BLOG | COLLEGE

3 min read | November 16, 2023

According to EducationData.org, the cost of college increases 6.8% annually, and the average cost per year is more than $35,000. Let’s break down how those costs add up to see where the money goes.

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Common Scams Targeting International Students

BLOG | FRAUD

3 min read | November 16, 2023

International students are unfortunately a likely target for fraudsters. Read on to learn about common scams you might encounter and how to steer clear of them.

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Comparing Compensation: The Not-So-Obvious Things to Consider

BLOG | CAREER

2 min read | November 16, 2023

There are several factors that can impact how much you receive in each paycheck and how much money you’ll have to work with after paying bills. Let’s dig into a few things to keep in mind when comparing compensation and job opportunities.

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Comparing Credit Score Models

BLOG | CREDIT

3 min read | November 16, 2023

Even for people with excellent credit, it may be surprising to see your credit score fluctuate based on the model used. Our latest blog post helps clarify the difference between a FICO Score and VantageScore.

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Comparing Federal and Private Student Loans

BLOG | COLLEGE

3 min read | November 16, 2023

Everyone talks about financial aid through the FAFSA, but there isn’t a lot of discussion about private student loans — offers that come flooding in as you’re applying to schools. Let’s explore differences between federal and private loans.

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Continuing Professional Development

BLOG | CAREER

1 min read | November 16, 2023

Over the last few months, people around the world have adjusted to a new way of living their daily lives. Chances are, you’ve noticed the impact in the way you attend classes, grocery shop, celebrate milestones and more.

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Control Your Money Dont Let it Control You

BLOG | BUDGETING

1 min read | November 16, 2023

A budget tracks your income and expenses to increase savings, decrease needless spending, and pay off debts. It gives you more control over your finances, prepares you for an emergency, and helps you to meet and track financial goals.

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Cooking: The Tastiest Art

BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL

2 min read | November 16, 2023

Between pre-packaged snacks and convenient delivery services, it can be easy to drain our wallets to fill our stomachs, but there is a better way. Learning to cook can be enormously beneficial for both your finances and your health!

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Cost Per Wear: What You Need to Know

BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL

3 min read | November 16, 2023

Have you ever found a piece of clothing that was exactly what you wanted, only to cringe at the price? After a lengthy internal debate, you decide the cost is too high. But what if you looked at the cost per wear instead?

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Credit Freeze vs. Fraud Alert: What to Know

BLOG | CREDIT

2 min read | November 16, 2023

Everyone has a need to know that their identity is safe and no one wants to hear that their personal information has been compromised. Our personal information is heavily connected to our credit reports.

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Credit: Risk and Your Reputation

BLOG | CREDIT

2 min read | November 16, 2023

Do you work to build a positive reputation at work and with your friends? Most of us want to be viewed as reliable and responsible because that tends to attract people and opportunities.

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Credit Score vs. Credit Report

BLOG | CREDIT

3 min read | November 16, 2023

Credit can be confusing, and even overwhelming, when you really have no idea what it is all about.

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Cryptocurrency: To Invest or Not

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | November 16, 2023

Cryptocurrency as an investment is a highly contentious subject. The crypto bulls (people who think crypto is valuable) will tell you that bitcoin and ethereum are great and everyone should invest.

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Cure for the Summer Blues

BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL

2 min read | November 16, 2023

Are you thinking to yourself, “I have nothing to do this summer”? Instead of wasting time doing nothing, be more productive by trying some of our favorite summer activities. 

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Debt is Not a Bad Word

BLOG | CREDIT

2 min read | November 16, 2023

Debt has a bad stigma around it. People are afraid of having it, and afraid of admitting they have it, which typically means they don’t know how to deal with it.

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Debt Recovery Methods

BLOG | CREDIT

1 min read | November 16, 2023

The holidays are over and you are starting to look at your spending. You may be realizing that you have overspent beyond your means. Don’t panic, we have two tips on how to start paying those credit cards down.

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