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The Best Places in the US to See the Changing Leaves this Fall

• "New Mexico"

• Travel

One of the best parts about fall is seeing all of the magnificent colors of the changing leaves before they shrivel up and give way to winter. No matter where you live in the US, there is a fall travel destination where you can see the spectacle without breaking your budget. After all, enjoying nature is pretty much free! Keep reading for our list of the best places in the US to see the changing leaves. 

Blog Icon 15Oct

Bargain Shop for New Clothes this Fall

• Budget
• Refer-A-Friend
• "Save Money"

• Community

Fall has always been a time that your parents buy you new clothes for back to school shopping. As adults, the urge to buy new clothes in the fall is still programmed into our brains. The bad news is that now we are supposed to pay for it ourselves. Not fair. The good news is that we found tips and tricks for you to be the ultimate bargain shopper this season! Stick to your budget while still keeping up with fashion trends. 

Blog Icon 9Oct

Are You Late on Rent? Don’t Panic.

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• CreditBox
• "Installment Loans"

• Finance

Maybe you had an unexpected medical expense, or maybe your car died on the side of the road and you had to pay for costly repairs. Whatever the reason, you may already know that you’re going to be late on rent this month. It is normal to feel a sense of panic. After all, if you don’t pay rent your landlord can evict you. But don’t worry, you have options, including getting an installment loan to get you through the month. Take a deep breath and read more below!  

Blog Icon 1Oct

How to Get an Easy Cash Loan with CreditBox

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• CreditBox
• "Installment Loans"

• Finance

Here at CreditBox, we strive to make our online loan application process as fast and convenient as possible! Offering customers who live in Illinois, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Wisconsin, a way to apply for a loan online gives them more freedom, time and choices. Follow the simple steps below and get your easy cash loan today!

Blog Icon 25Sep

Cheap One Pot Recipes for Fall

• Budget
• "Save Money"

• Community

As fall approaches and the days get shorter, staying in and eating a home-cooked meal sounds more appealing than going out. Plus, it’s that time to start eating some cheaper food to save money for the holidays! Cooking at home doesn’t have to be difficult or use a lot of dishes. We rounded up these one-pot recipes for some great fall recipe inspiration.

Blog Icon 19Sep

How to Get an Apartment with Bad Credit

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• CreditBox
• Loans

• Finance

Everyone knows you can’t get an apartment without first going through a credit check. If you are apprehensive about starting your apartment search because you have bad credit or no credit, don’t stress! With over one-third of Americans having a credit score less than 600, you are not alone. There are ways to still get that apartment you want with bad credit by using our tips below!

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The Best Fall Festivals in the Midwest

• Illinois
• Wisconsin

• Community

Summer gets all of the credit for having the best festivals, but what about fall? The people who live in the Midwest generally experience short summers and like to stretch out outdoor activities as long as possible. That’s why there are so many fall festivals! Sure the temperatures aren’t as warm as summer, but it’s still not cold enough to keep Midwesterners inside. Check our CreditBox’s list of the best fall festivals to enjoy before winter hits! 

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Budget Travel: The Best Places to Visit in the Fall for an Affordable Vacation

• Budget
• "New Mexico"
• Vacation

• Travel

Just because summer is coming to an end, doesn’t mean it’s the end of your vacation time for the rest of the year. In fact, some places are even better for fall travel than they would be in the summer! The temperatures might be too hot in the summer, but just right in the fall. Better yet, you will find cheaper flights and hotel accommodations because fall is generally an off-peak travel time.  Have something to look forward to as school starts up again and the weather turns colder by booking one of these affordable vacation destinations that are sure to fit into your travel budget. 

Blog Icon 28Aug

Back to School: Budget-Friendly Tips for Buying College Supplies

• Budget
• "Save Money"

• Educational

Summer is almost over and it’s time to go back to school. Whether this is your first year shopping for college supplies or your last, it is still a huge expense that you may or may not have made a budget for. Keep reading for our tips on how to save money this year before going back to school. After all, there is already too many things to be stressed out about as it is! Don’t add shopping for college supplies to the list. 

Blog Icon 22Aug

How to Get Out from Under a Payday Loan

• CreditBox
• "Installment Loans"
• Loans

• Finance

A payday loan is money given by a loan store for those who need money until their next paycheck. The balance is generally due on your next payday and includes a high-interest rate. You can get an online loan or visit an actual storefront. Because the due date for the payday loan is so soon after you get the money you need, it is easy to fall into a debt spiral. Loan stores actually count on you to renew or extend your loans. In fact, 80% of all payday loans are taken out two weeks after the last one was paid in full.  Use our tips below to get out from under your payday loan. 

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