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Debt Consolidation Loan Denied? Do This Next

If you’ve ever applied for a debt consolidation loan and gotten denied, you already know how discouraging that can feel. Many people apply after finally making the decision to seriously tackle their debt. You’ve started getting organized, looking at your numbers, and trying to create a better plan, only to hear “no” from the bank….

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Why Is My Credit Score Going Down And How To Stop It

You’re minding your business, finally feeling like things are settling down, and then the alert comes through. Your credit score dropped again .If you’re like me, the first thing that pops into my head is what is the issue? Because from where you’re standing, nothing major changed. I’ve been through it, too. At one point,…

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What Happens If You Ignore A Debt Collector Call?

If you’ve ever gotten a call from a debt collector and chosen to ignore it, you’re definitely not the first one to hit decline. Those calls can feel stressful and downright overwhelming. So what actually happens if you keep ignoring debt collectors. I’ve been around the personal finance world long enough to know that ignoring…

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How To Budget When You Live Paycheck To Paycheck

If you are searching how to budget when you live paycheck to paycheck, you are probably not doing it casually. Something triggered that search. Maybe payday came and went faster than expected. Maybe you checked your account and immediately started doing mental math. That kind of pressure builds quietly. Living paycheck to paycheck is often…

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3 Shift Making Prayers For Financial Breakthrough

Financial struggles touch almost everyone at some point. I’ve had my fair share of money worries too. Whether you’re overwhelmed by bills, having trouble making ends meet, or working hard to build a life of generosity, honest prayer can be a comfort and a guide. Christian faith teaches that we can trust God with every…