If your credit card balances aren’t going down— or you’ve fallen behind —you’re not alone. Many households are balancing debt alongside increasing living costs. The steps below can help you evaluate your situation and identify realistic ... READ MORE
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When people talk about credit, they are referring to their credit history. Credit history describes how they have used money over time, which can significantly impact many aspects of life, including housing, employment, and finances, because ... READ MORE
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UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County invites you to attend these upcoming webinars. All are 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST, Cost = Free January 8, Managing Credit Card Debt: We will discuss options for dealing with credit card debt and ... READ MORE
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Credit cards can be convenient tools that cost nothing, provide purchasing discounts, and boost a credit score. However, they can also lead to racking up debt, paying extra for every purchase, and diminishing a credit score. Like all tools, ... READ MORE
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Imagine you mail a check to pay a bill, and someone stole it. The thieves altered it, cashed it, and cleaned out your account. If you catch it quickly, you can contact the bank and reverse the charges, but sometimes you can't. If the thieves ... READ MORE
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Ok, so we’ve all heard negative things about so-called ‘deadbeats’. Generally speaking, the term refers to someone who fails to follow through in some way. What if I were to tell you that in the world of credit cards, being a deadbeat ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life