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11 Gas Apps to Save on Fuel Cost

Amanda Peterson January 19, 2023 • 3 Minute Read
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This week's Thrifty Thursday covers the cost savings of using a fuel saver or gas app on your phone. Whether it be a specific fuel saver, rewards credit card, or even an app on your phone, using some sort of application to save money on your daily commute definitely has its benefits. CreditSoup breaks it down for you here in our weekly Thrifty Thursday tip on saving money.
Why You Need a Credit Card After Declaring Bankruptcy

Kat Tretina January 19, 2023 • 3 Minute Read
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When you declare bankruptcy, your credit score and report can be ruined, and it will remain on your credit report for seven to 10 years. However, that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with bad credit for a decade. You can start rebuilding your credit right away. Check out these tips to get you back on track.
4 Ways to Pay Down Debt

Amanda Peterson January 11, 2023 • 3 Minute Read
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I'm sure you're probably overwhelmed by now and wondering "where do I even start?" to get rid of that credit card debt. Fortunately, CreditSoup has 4 ways to begin paying down that debt.
To Spend, or Not to Spend, Your Tax Return?

Camie Sims January 9, 2023 • 1 Minute Read
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It’s not Christmas but it can feel like it with the sum of money we look forward to – the tax return. Be smart about that hard earned money!
Frugal Friday Suggests Working From Home

Amanda Peterson January 6, 2023 • 2 Minute Read
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Frugal Friday this week is a tip that we all can agree on. And, thanks in part to the pandemic, made us realize how much we actually do save by working from home! The following three items factor into the cost involved in your weekly work commute.
Spice up your Credit Card Rewards with Cryptocurrency

Erin Benson January 5, 2023 • 2 Minute Read
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Get ready for a whole new type of rewards in Cryptocurrency. Crypto is a digital currency that can be used to buy good or services. The Gemini Credit Card offers rewards in currencies like bitcoin, Ethereum, or 60+ other currencies!
Wash Your Car Yourself

Amanda Peterson December 29, 2022 • 2 Minute Read
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Thrifty Thursday this week talks about washing your car yourself. Experts suggest washing your car every two weeks and getting a detail twice a year to make sure it stays in good condition. CreditSoup offers some tips to help keep your vehicle in pristine condition!
5 Simple Ways to Boost Your Credit Score

Kirsten Thuringer December 29, 2022 • 3 Minute Read
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Let’s face it: Credit scores are a confusing concept. Most people don’t know much about their credit score aside from the fact it’s a three-digit number that controls nearly every financial aspect of their lives.
7 Ways Your Credit Score Affects Your Life

Kat Tretina December 28, 2022 • 3 Minute Read
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After your Social Security number, the most important number in your life is your credit score. You probably know that lenders look at your credit when deciding whether or not to issue you a credit card or loan, but your credit score plays a much more significant role in your life.