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Be Frugal & Drink Water Instead

Amanda Peterson May 12, 2023 • 1 Minute Read
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The average U.S. household spends an estimated $850 annually on soft drinks, for a total of $65 billion on soft drinks alone. Imagine the cost savings you would save by choosing to drink water instead! This week we talk about drinking water instead.
What Mom's Really Want for Mother's Day

Amanda Peterson May 12, 2023 • 2 Minute Read
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Gift giving isn't always the way to go on Mother's Day. Sometimes mommy just needs some time to herself. If that's the case, CreditSoup offers a full guide of what mom's really want for Mother's Day.
4 Strategic Ways To Improve Your Credit Score

CreditSoup Staff May 8, 2023 • 4 Minute Read
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Paying off your debt will improve your credit, but understanding how to pay off your debt could help increase your credit score exponentially. Learn more about how to strategically manage your credit score and may the most of your payments.
Unsecured vs. Secured Loans: What's the Difference?

Kat Tretina May 4, 2023 • 3 Minute Read
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Taking out a personal loan can help you pay for necessary repairs or major purchases. If you’re thinking of applying for a loan, you may have come across the terms “unsecured” and “secured.” But what’s the difference?
8 Cheap Summer Vacation Ideas with Kids

Holly Johnson May 1, 2023 • 5 Minute Read
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There are plenty of ways to make family memories without spending a bundle. If you’re angling for a summer vacation with kids that won’t blow your budget out the window, consider these low-cost and mid-tier vacation ideas.
How to Get a Car Loan with Bad Credit

Kat Tretina April 27, 2023 • 3 Minute Read
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If you’re new to credit or are trying to rebuild, getting an auto loan can be difficult. Even though auto loans are secured by the car itself, many auto lenders are uneasy about lending to someone with a poor track record.
Stick To a Budget

Amanda Peterson April 26, 2023 • 3 Minute Read
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This can be a tough task for some, but if you want to spend wisely, you must remain diligent about sticking to a budget! This week we go over how to stick to a budget. Having a budget keeps your spending in check and makes sure that your savings are on track for the future.
7 Dangerous Places to Carry a Debit Card

Kat Tretina April 26, 2023 • 3 Minute Read
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It’s important to know that you shouldn’t rely on a debit card for everything. In fact, using a debit card can sometimes be downright dangerous. Here are seven occasions when using a debit card just doesn’t make sense.
Paint Cabinets Instead of Buying New

Amanda Peterson April 21, 2023 • 2 Minute Read
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Your home needs updates. Your bank account begs to differ. Frugal Friday covers the idea of painting your cabinets, rather than buying new!