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Finances

Can I Lower My Debt-To-Income Ratio Quickly?

Your debt-to-income ratio (DTI) is the total of all of your monthly payments divided by your monthly income. DTI is expressed as a...

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Lifestyle

15 Cookie Recipes to Take Your Baking Game to the Next Level

Cookies evoke a host of happy memories for many people. Maybe your grandma used to make a famous chocolate chip cookie recipe. Or maybe you...

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Lifestyle

College Essentials: Preparing Mentally and Physically For the Move

With college comes many unknowns and even more anxiety. The exciting shift from life at home to independence means doubling most of the...

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Lifestyle

Memorial Day Activities

How do you observe Memorial Day? Would you like to bring more substance to your celebration? There are many beautiful ways to observe,...

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Lifestyle

Working From Home With Pets

Working from home has become mainstream over the past year, and the reason is no surprise! According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and...

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Lifestyle

Landscape Like a Pro

Landscaping can add curb appeal to any home. But it takes some savvy and skill to create looks that work for your space. Keep these expert...

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Homebuying

Tips for Millennials Entering the Housing Market

Right now, many millennials (those born between 1981 and 1997) are entering a new phase in their lives. Those on the older end of the...

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Lifestyle

Potluck Salads That Impress

It’s Memorial Day, and since we’re finally coming out of the pandemic, you know what that means...BARBECUES! It’s been so long since we’ve...

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Finances

Does Paying Off Collections Improve Credit?

Yes, but the exact amount of improvement is a guess. Only the three credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) know their...

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Lifestyle

Spring Cleaning Must-Haves

Spring cleaning is a big job with many moving parts. As with all big projects, preparedness is your best friend. Motivation is your...

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