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Prepping For Tax Season

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If the thought of tax season sends chills up your spine, you’re not alone. Research shows that nearly 25% of taxpayers worry about making mistakes while doing their taxes. And this lack of confidence turns into procrastination, leading to more anxiety. According to a survey by IPX 1031, about one-third of Americans put off doing their taxes until the last minute. The final day to file your taxes this year is April 15, so you have plenty of time to file. To help ease your tax-time worries, we’ve put together a quick guide for tax season prep.

Priority Based Budgeting and What It Is

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We all could use a little extra money in our pockets, right? One way you can save money and keep your pockets (and bank account) full is with proper budgeting. Prioritized budgeting is a critical strategy that helps you manage your necessary expenditures—such as paying off credit cards, saving for retirement, and starting a college fund. If you need help prioritizing your budget, you've come to the right place. Today, we highlight tips to help you determine which expenses need your attention and which can wait a little longer. Keep reading to learn more about priority-based budgeting.

The Great Credit Card Debate: What Are the Pros and Cons of Credit Cards?

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Credit cards can be a great budgeting tool for spreading the burden of big purchases, but they aren’t the right choice for everyone. Here are some of the pros and cons of having a credit card.

4 Types of Money Savings Accounts

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Everyone wants to make the most of their money. Whether you are saving for rent next month or a car down the road, it’s important to ensure your money is in the correct savings account.
 
At CreditBox, we’re always on the lookout for money-saving tips. Exploring savings accounts to get the most out of savings interest rates while meeting your needs is a great place to start. Let’s take a closer look at four types of money savings accounts:

4 Money-Saving Tips for a College Student

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Obtaining a post-secondary education is a tremendously gratifying endeavor, but it comes at a significant price. That is why we believe you should establish specific ground rules that will allow you to save money while still managing your time in college. This guide will break down some of the most useful money-saving tips to get you started.

Valuable Resources About All Things Credit

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Your credit score is a crucial indicator of your creditworthiness and can impact everything from the interest rate on your mortgage to whether you're approved for a new credit card. That's why it's so important to start building your credit early and make sure your score is as high as possible.

Everything You Need to Know About Credit Reporting

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A credit report allows you, as a lender, to access information about your credit history — for example, your previous debts and repayment trends. You can check your credit report anytime without impacting your credit report or score.

10 Ways to Reduce Expenses

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Dreaming of paying down debts and increasing savings? First, you’ll want to lower costs and cut expenses. Here are 10 easy ways to lower costs.

How to Pay Off Student Loans Fast

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An exciting time of your life is approaching, your hard work is about to pay off and you’re finally going to receive your college degree. But, that’s not all, you’re probably applying to jobs which means you’ll have to start paying off your student loans if you haven’t already. If you want tips to pay off your student loans fast then keep reading.

Top 4 Things to Consider in Online Lenders

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When you need a loan, there’s no time to waste. You want to apply and get funded as fast as possible. With multiple online loan companies, it makes it difficult to figure out which one is the best option for you. Instead of stressing, here are the top 4 things to look for when choosing an online lender.