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Jan212021 by Ian JensenNo Comments

Financial Advice Keeping You Broke & In Debt

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The post Financial Advice Keeping You Broke & In Debt appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. Financial advice is great – when it is the right type of advice.  There are tips and strategies that can make you money.  However, there is also a lot of advice that will do nothing but keep you broke and in debt.  These are things you don’t want to listen to. I remember when I was younger, my mom told me that I had to get a credit card because it would be important for any emergencies which came my way.  I followed her advice and got a credit card. And, wouldn’t you know it, the first time I used it was for an emergency. Or, what I thought was an emergency. I woke one snowy morning and someone had hit my car — and fled. No note on my windshield.  Just a dented...
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Late Payments, Credit Scores and Credit Reports

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A missed credit card or loan payment can have a seriously detrimental effect on your credit report. The golden rule of using a credit card is to make your payments on time every time, building a respectable payment history, avoiding debt, and keeping your creditor happy. But what happens when you fall behind with your monthly payments; what happens when you miss a single loan or credit card payment as a result of a mistake, an oversight or a lack of funds? How will your creditor react, how quickly will the credit reporting agencies find out, and what options do you have for getting back on your feet? How Late Payments Affect Your Credit Score A late payment can reduce your credit score significantly and remain on your report for 7 years. It won’t impact your score throughout that time a...
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Reader question: Can I use multiple Priority Pass memberships to bring in extra guests?

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Airport lounges provide a comfortable place to relax before your flight or during a layover. You don’t need to fly in business or first class to get airport lounge access, though. Instead, you can use the Priority Pass membership provided by several travel rewards credit cards to access more than 1,300 lounges worldwide. The Priority …Source: thepointsguy.com
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Does having many credit card hurt your credit score? – The Points Guy

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Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. We talk about travel credit cards quite a bit here at TPG. Applying for and utilizing these cards strategically can unlock incredible travel experiences like premium class flights or luxurious hotel rooms. However, there are a number of misconceptions out there when it comes to …Source: thepointsguy.com
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How to Consolidate Credit Card Debt

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Credit card debt is on the rise. Millions of Americans are in over their heads. They’re losing sleep, losing control, and worried about what the future will hold. But there are solutions, and consolidation is one of the best. Consolidation works by “consolidating” multiple debts into one. It’s the perfect solution for mounting debt, one that doesn’t destroy your credit score, liquidate your assets, or make it difficult to acquire mortgages and personal loans in the future. With that said, let’s look at some of the best ways to consolidate credit card debt. Option 1: Do It Yourself The idea of debt consolidation essentially boils down to acquiring a large, low-interest loan and using that to repay multiple high-interest debts. If your credit score is high enough, you can get th...
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Jan212021 by Ian JensenNo Comments

Alliant Reduces Points Value of Platinum Rewards Points (From 1¢ To 0.66¢)

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Alliant offers the Platinum Rewards Card, this offers 2x points per $1 spent. Previously points were worth 1¢ each but unfortunately that is no longer the case and points are now worth 0.66¢. This means it has gone from a card that effectively earned 2% cash back on all purchases to 1.32% back. We will remove it from the best credit cards for everyday spend. Hat tip to Mike & Dave CSource: doctorofcredit.com
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Visa v. Mastercard: How These Financial Tools Are Similar & What Makes Them Different

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You apply for a credit card and the bank sends you one when you’re approved. Whether it’s a Visa, a MasterCard or another type of payment card doesn’t factor into the process. Or does it? Find out whether you should choose Visa or MasterCard when applying for credit cards and what other information you should know about these companies before selecting a credit card. The Difference Between Visa and MasterCard The only real difference that stands between Visa and MasterCard is that your card works on the payment network that the company operates. A Visa card won’t work on MasterCard’s network, and vice versa. Ultimately, any other differences in cards come from the specific card you have. Not all MasterCard cards are the same, and not all Visa cards are the sa...
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Jan212021 by Ian JensenNo Comments

What Is Cash Back?

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Cash back is a rewards benefit that many credit cards offer to cardholders. By taking advantage of it, you’ll receive back a prespecified percentage of certain purchases you make. Many credit card companies will provide higher cash back rates on certain types of purchases, such as airfare, gas, food and more. Cash back is just one way that credit cards offer rewards, as mileage and points are some alternatives. Before you spend too much money with your credit cards, make sure you have a financial plan in place. Speak with a financial advisor today. What Is Cash Back? The most commonly recognized style of cash back is what you have likely seen advertised as cash back credit cards. This specifically refers to earning a certain percentage of your credit card purchases back as cash re...
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