Key takeaways The Marriott Bonvoy program makes it easy to earn points through paid hotel stays, spending on co-branded credit cards and other qualifying activities. Program members can use their points for award nights at more than 8,900 properties worldwide and for other types of travel. Earning elite status with…
Financial consultants. You’ve heard of them—whether it’s from a Facebook ad, a tv commercial, or the Charles Schwab magnet on your aunt’s fridge. But do you even know what a financial consultant is or what they do? Simply put, financial consultants help people figure out the best strategy for their…
Key takeaways Flood and other water damage can have lasting impacts on the mechanical and electrical systems of any vehicle. A vehicle history report is a crucial component of a used car purchase because it shows previous problems and discrepancies in ownership. If the flood damage wasn’t reported to an…
When it comes to where you put your money, you probably have a checking account. But what about a savings account? Maybe you’re thinking: What savings . . . my money disappears as fast as it comes in! But a savings account isn’t a bad thing to have—in fact, it…
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When it comes to investing, there are good options, there are bad options . . . and then there’s options trading. Many “do-it-yourself” investors looking for something to invest in besides stocks have tried their hand at buying and selling options as an alternative. In…
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Listen, there are a whole bunch of myths about student loans that we need to take a second to debunk right now. It’s time to call the student loan industry out on its lies so you can have a healthy financial future. I’m sick and tired of seeing students losing…
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Hey, we know student loans are heavy. They can squeeze the life out of your income and feel like a weight you just can’t bear. If you’re looking for student loan help, the options can seem endless. From forgiveness to forbearance to consolidation . . . but how do you…
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If you’re covered in student loan debt, then you know how hard it is. It’s like a dark rain cloud following you around, casting a shadow on all the good things in your life. When that rain cloud sticks around long enough, it’s easy to feel hopeless, even desperate. And…
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