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  1. 5 Spontaneous Road Trip Ideas

    5 Spontaneous Road Trip Ideas

    Amanda Peterson July 29, 2024  •  3 Minute Read

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    Road trips offer the flexibility to explore new places on a whim. Pack a bag, grab some snacks, and set off on an adventure. CreditSoup has 5 road trip ideas to cure that summer boredom.

  7. 10 Things To Curb Cabin Fever

    10 Things To Curb Cabin Fever

    Amanda Peterson February 26, 2024  •  2 Minute Read

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    Cabin fever has taken hold. If you're looking to get out of the house, but don't want to commit to long, expensive vacations, CreditSoup has 10 things to curb your cabin fever!

  9. Jaw Dropping Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

    Jaw Dropping Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

    Camie Sims January 30, 2024  •  2 Minute Read

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    Gift ideas and finance options for Valentine's Day loved ones. Whether you are considering jewelry, a new car, home remodel, plastic surgery or a vacation, CreditSoup has finance options for them all.

  10. 7 Ways to Make Money on Super Bowl Sunday

    7 Ways to Make Money on Super Bowl Sunday

    Kat Tretina January 24, 2024  •  3 Minute Read

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    As one of the country’s biggest sporting events, people will host parties and events nationwide. However, if you’re not a football fan, it can be a bit dull. Thankfully, Super Bowl Sunday can be a money-making opportunity if you’re willing to forgo the game. Here are 7 creative ways you can make money during the big game.

  12. Set Financial Goals & Keep Them

    Set Financial Goals & Keep Them

    Amanda Peterson January 10, 2024  •  2 Minute Read

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    CreditSoup's Wise Spend Wednesday offers up 3 ways to set your financial goals and keep them! Let's explore some practical tips and insights to kickstart your financial success.

  14. The Power of Documenting Your Expenses

    The Power of Documenting Your Expenses

    Amanda Peterson December 21, 2023  •  2 Minute Read

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    Keep a detailed record of your expenses to stay within your budget, allowing you to enjoy your destination holiday without the lingering worry of potential credit score impacts. CreditSoup breaks it down.

  15. Ditch Holiday Drama with a Last-Minute Vacation!

    Ditch Holiday Drama with a Last-Minute Vacation!

    Amanda Peterson December 18, 2023  •  2 Minute Read

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    Craving a spontaneous adventure? Last-minute destination holidays might be the perfect remedy to satisfy your wanderlust. With the right mindset and a bit of flexibility, you can embark on a memorable adventure without breaking the bank. CreditSoup offers a few tips!

  17. 6 Fall Adventures with Credit Card Perks

    6 Fall Adventures with Credit Card Perks

    Amanda Peterson September 28, 2023  •  3 Minute Read

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    From pumpkin patches to apple orchards, and cozy weekends in the mountains to thrilling haunted houses, autumn offers a treasure trove of activities to enjoy. CreditSoup takes a look at maximizing those credit card perks & rewards!

  20. Join A Loyalty Program

    Join A Loyalty Program

    Amanda Peterson September 7, 2023  •  4 Minute Read

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    Everyone loves a good deal. Joining a loyalty program is a thrifty decision that offers a plethora of benefits. CreditSoup gives you a little insight on how they work.

  21. Why You Should Refinance Your Car Loan

    Why You Should Refinance Your Car Loan

    Kat Tretina September 7, 2023  •  3 Minute Read

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    Having less-than-stellar credit, a car loan can be expensive. If you have purchased a car with a high-interest loan and your financial situation has improved since then, you might be able to save money. Here’s what you need to know about refinancing and how to decide whether or not it’s right for you.

  24. Christmas In July - Budget All Year Long!

    Christmas In July - Budget All Year Long!

    Amanda Peterson July 19, 2023  •  3 Minute Read

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    Yes, it's July. And yes, we're already thinking about Christmas! CreditSoup's Wise Spend Wednesday this week talks about saving money all year long for that holiday spending. It's hard enough paying bills around the holidays, only to add on the cost of meals, travel & gifts.

  26. Use Cash & Points to Save Money on Hotel Stays

    Use Cash & Points to Save Money on Hotel Stays

    Kat Tretina June 19, 2023  •  3 Minute Read

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    If you’re a frequent traveler, you’re probably a member of a hotel-branded loyalty program or you may have a travel rewards credit card. These programs help you earn points which you can use to book future hotel stays.

  27. 9 Ways Credit Card Rewards Have Reshaped Our World

    9 Ways Credit Card Rewards Have Reshaped Our World

    Holly Johnson May 24, 2023  •  6 Minute Read

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    According to a 2021 report from the American Banking Association, consumers are more aware than ever before of the upside to having the right rewards card in their wallet. In addition to rewards for ongoing spending, generous signup bonuses are upping the ante and making credit card rewards even more attractive. With all these perks, our world will never be the same. Here are 9 ways credit card rewards have reshaped life as we know it.

  28. 7 Dangerous Places to Carry a Debit Card

    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.

  29. Summer Vacation Options that Won’t Break Your Budget

    Summer Vacation Options that Won’t Break Your Budget

    Holly Johnson April 16, 2023  •  6 Minute Read

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    Summer will soon be in full swing, and the long sunny days are likely making you long for some fun time away. There’s no better time to soak up all this world has to offer than during the warm summer months. There’s just one problem: How can you take a vacation when you’re on a budget?

  30. 5 Ways to Use Rewards for a Last-Minute Fall Getaway

    5 Ways to Use Rewards for a Last-Minute Fall Getaway

    CreditSoup Staff August 4, 2022  •  4 Minute Read

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    Fall is often an excellent time to plan a last-minute getaway. Not only is it off-peak travel season for many destinations around the world, but the weather can be wonderful, too. The Southern United States still features excellent temperatures, and the water along Florida’s beaches is still warm from the summer heat.

  31. Travel In Off-Peak Seasons

    Travel In Off-Peak Seasons

    Amanda Peterson August 4, 2022  •  1 Minute Read

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    Traveling during "off-peak seasons" is an opportunity to travel or vacation outside of the normal times of year that most people would visit a particular area. And, is an excellent way to remain thrifty and save some cash!

  33. Free Travel Strategies Using Credit Card Signup Bonuses

    Free Travel Strategies Using Credit Card Signup Bonuses

    Holly Johnson September 22, 2020  •  7 Minute Read

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    If you’re new to the world of travel credit cards, you’re probably wondering how to best stretch the initial bonuses you can earn as far as they can go. To get the most out of credit card signup bonuses, you need a few essential travel strategies under your belt. Don’t worry - they’re not that complicated.

  34. Top Rewards Cards for Summer 2018 Travel

    Top Rewards Cards for Summer 2018 Travel

    Holly Johnson April 23, 2019  •  4 Minute Read

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    Fortunately, your summer getaway doesn’t have to break the bank. There are myriad travel credit cards that can make your summer getaway both cheap and fun, although the right card for your needs depends on where you want to go and your travel style.

  36. Why Flexible Travel Credit is Totally Underrated

    Why Flexible Travel Credit is Totally Underrated

    Holly Johnson July 19, 2018  •  5 Minute Read

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    If you’re in the market for a travel credit card but feeling completely overwhelmed by all the different rewards programs available, you’re not alone. While earning travel rewards is fun for some, many people find that the sheer number of rewards programs, make the process of finding a card stressful.

  37. How to Get The Best Deals on Flights

    How to Get The Best Deals on Flights

    Kat Tretina July 11, 2018  •  3 Minute Read

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    If you’re planning a vacation, you know plane tickets can be one of your biggest expenses. In some cases, your airfare could cost even more than your hotel stay. Stretch your budget further by planning ahead and using these five tips.

  38. 7 Tips to Plan a Luxury Vacation for Less

    7 Tips to Plan a Luxury Vacation for Less

    Holly Johnson May 1, 2018  •  4 Minute Read

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    Planning any type of trip can be stressful when your funds are limited, but you have a real task at hand if you expect luxury for less. Fortunately, there are ways to score luxury for less if you’re willing to do things differently, and able to plan ahead. Here are 7 tips that can help you book sheer luxury for less.

  40. Best Ways To Travel For Free

    Best Ways To Travel For Free

    Jason Steele July 6, 2017  •  3 Minute Read

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    There are few ideas as captivating as free travel. It’s an elusive goal for many, but it’s not impossible. To get there, you can use one of several strategies that offer travel opportunities that someone else will pay for. But first, you have to understand that free travel is never easy. As the saying goes, there’s no such thing as a free lunch, and any travel that you accept for free will come with other types of costs and obligations.

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