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The best way to improve your credit score is simple, but not always that easy: Reduce your debt. Paying off your credit cards, or at least paying them down substantially, will not only increase your credit score, but having less debt will probably be more satisfying than a great credit score. And not using your…

When it comes to student loans, dealing with the lender can be more difficult than repaying the loan. Thats one of the top complaints by consumers in a report of the student loan ombudsman for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). For federal student loans, more than twice as many consumers (71 percent) reported difficulties…

One third of American homes today house residents over the age of 60, and 90 percent of those residents would prefer to stay in their homes as they age for as long as humanly possible, a study by the National Institute on Aging shows. With more Americans living well into old age, that may seem…

An illness, injury, broken appliance, car accident or job loss can occur at any time. Having enough savings to cover three to six months’ worth of expenses can help you avoid losing your home or going deep into debt to make ends meet. Savings StrategiesIt’s easy to set a vague savings goal, but you won’t…

Adults aged 65 and older are at higher risk for dangerous falls. Fall-related injuries can make it difficult for people to get around or live on their own. If youre at risk, talk openly with your doctor and review all the medicines you take, especially if you feel woozy. Have your eyes checked annually, and…

If you’ve just graduated from college, this is the perfect time to establish smart financial habits. With hopefully a full-time job awaiting, this is the time to establish habits you’ll continue throughout your life. Where to start? It’s likely you’ve racked up some student loan debt. The good news is that federal student loans come…