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    Category: Credit & Debt

    Is Dave Ramsey Unrealistic?

    Dave Ramsey is known for stating that you shouldn’t borrow money, at all. If you can’t make the purchase with the income or cash you…

    Dr. Maria James April 17, 2014
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    3 Steps to Stay Out of Debt

    Credit card debt is a major problem. The average American household has $15,270 in credit card debt. The average interest rate for a credit card…

    Dr. Maria James February 13, 2014
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    Important Tasks After Financial Hardship or Bankruptcy

    Some of you have asked so let’s talk about it. No matter how much your income, whether it’s $30,000 or $200,000, you have likely experienced…

    Dr. Maria James January 15, 2014
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    Avoiding More Debt During the Holidays

    Over 80% of Americans have debt: mortgages, car loans, credit card loans etc. You likely fall in that number and you likely want to pay…

    Dr. Maria James October 31, 2013
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    Moving Towards Financial Success.

    In our society, money is necessary. Whether it’s something that you need or want, you need money to get it. In order to have shelter…

    Dr. Maria James September 25, 2013
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    4 Simple Tips to Raise Your Credit Score.

    The past two weeks we discussed what credit is, how you build it, what is a credit score, and what affects your credit score. Now…

    Dr. Maria James August 22, 2013
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    Credit and credit scores explained. Part 2.

    What is a good credit score? Last week, we talked about what credit is and what is a good way to use it. Basically any…

    Dr. Maria James August 14, 2013
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    What is a good credit score? Credit and credit scores explained. Part 1.

    If you’ve ever borrowed money you started a credit history from which your credit score is based. Most of us got that first credit card…

    Dr. Maria James August 6, 2013
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    3 Steps to Paying Back Your Student Loans Faster

    I mentioned my guest article published on Bobby Finance a few weeks ago and received a few questions about it so I’m posting it here…

    Dr. Maria James June 25, 2013
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    Good Debt vs. Bad Debt. Why you should get rid of it all.

    Is there really such a thing as good debt? You’ve probably heard the terms good debt and bad debt, but what do they really mean?…

    Dr. Maria James June 18, 2013
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    • Where Is My Money Going? The 4 Major Hidden Leaks High Earners Miss
      Where Is My Money Going? The Hidden Leaks High Earners Miss You’ve been trying to save for six months now. Really trying. You set up automatic transfers. You told yourself, “This is the month.” You cut back on the so-called obvious stuff: fewer dinners out, skipped the expensive vacation, and said no to impulse purchases.…
    • Why Do I Feel Broke Making $100K+? A Quick 3 Part Solution
      Why Do I Feel Broke Making $100K+? You just got your paycheck. Again. The same direct deposit that used to feel like winning the lottery now barely registers. You glance at your checking account balance, do some mental math about what’s already committed, and feel that familiar knot in your stomach. How is there so…
    • 15 Powerful Actions to Transform Your Financial Future This April
      April marks Financial Literacy Month, and a perfect time to take control of your financial future. While many people make New Year’s resolutions that fade by February, spring offers a natural opportunity to reassess and recalibrate your money strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your financial journey, these 15 actionable steps will…
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