A new study from online loan marketplace LendingTree finds that older Americans tend to have the best credit scores. On average, members of the silent generation (the oldest cohort) have credit scores 100 points higher than those of millennials.
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7 Halloween Hacks You Don't Want To Miss
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Halloween is coming – and so is the fun! Everyone wants to win the prize for creepiest costume and the most frightening yard décor in the neighborhood. But all that spookiness comes with a scary price tag. Read on for 7 awesome Halloween hacks that are just too good to miss.
Can You Unplug?
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Phones are incredibly addictive – and so are Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest. When we’re busy checking out the latest feed or post, we miss out on real-life moments that can never be recaptured.
Price-Checking Apps
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Do you often dawdle over items on a store shelf because you’re wondering if you can get a select product cheaper somewhere else? Stop guessing and start being a smarter shopper with a price-comparison app.
DIY Costumes
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It’s fun for the family when everyone dresses up on Halloween, but it can also get pricey. With a little bit of creativity, though, there are lots of exciting costumes you can put together at home.
A Safer Way To Pay Using Your Debit Card
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With data breaches continuing across the globe, consumers are still wondering how they should be paying for goods and services. Everyone wants their information to be safe but not everyone knows the best way to protect themselves.
How To Treat End-Of-Summer Blues
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With the summer behind us, some people can get the ‘end of summer blues’. These few tips could help combat those feelings and get you back on your feet in no time!
8 Steps To An Energy-Smart Home
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Cut your energy costs by making your home smarter! If you haven’t already done so, switch to LED light bulbs only. Switching just five bulbs can save you $65 a year in energy costs.
A New Baby
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While welcoming a new member of the family is a happy, exciting time, the costs of the first year alone can leave new parents surprised, not to mention broke. And if both mom and dad are working, child care is not a luxury; it is a complete necessity.
9 Hobbies That Don't Cost A Lot Of Money
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Hobbies don’t need to be expensive. Here are nine great ideas to give you some downtime without breaking your budget.