How to Live Debt-Free During Retirement
Retirement should be a time to relax and enjoy life, not worry about bills. Unfortunately, many Americans do not have this luxury and end up... read more »
By: David Andrew • 10/1/15
David Andrew is a former New York Life financial adviser, holding Series 6 and Certified Financial Planner credentials from his years with the company. He also holds degrees in economics and finance from McGill University. David is now a well-published finance writer with special expertise in credit cards and auto insurance. In addition to his work on BadCredit.org, his articles have been featured on eHow, Zacks.com, TheNest.com, Chron.com and other popular sites. When he's not keeping up with the latest news in the world of finance, David enjoys playing tennis and golf.
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Retirement should be a time to relax and enjoy life, not worry about bills. Unfortunately, many Americans do not have this luxury and end up... read more »
By: David Andrew • 10/1/15
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Most of the time, it makes sense to pay with your credit card. You’ll earn card rewards on your purchases and as long as you pay the money back... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/13/15
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College is more expensive than ever. According to the College Board, the average student at a private university paid just more than $40,000 in... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/2/15
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When you have a bad credit score, it’s easy to feel trapped. The best way to improve your credit is by making on-time payments for a loan or... read more »
By: David Andrew • 12/26/14
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Impatience can lead to many problems like extra stress, high blood pressure and a quick temper. A new study suggests you can add a poor credit... read more »
By: David Andrew • 12/22/14
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Building a successful business is challenging enough. When you have bad credit, the odds are even more stacked against you. However, if you are... read more »
By: David Andrew • 11/13/14
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If you’re meeting someone for the first time and trying to come up with a topic for conversation, don’t bring up credit card debt. According to a... read more »
By: David Andrew • 10/27/14
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Managing a relationship isn’t always easy, and there are many challenges along the way. One of the biggest challenges couples face is finding a... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/30/14
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When they are looking for a safe place for their money, many Americans turn to their savings accounts at the bank. While these accounts don’t pay... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/28/14
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If you want to be happier in 2014, you may want to start putting more money in your savings account. A new survey from Ally Bank suggests people... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/27/14
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When you are left a sizable amount of money, it can be tough to keep a clear head. Between the grief from your loss, the excitement of receiving... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/24/14
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When it comes to money priorities, Americans are focused on the basics: paying their bills on time and paying off their debt. The financial... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/23/14
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The holidays have come and gone, which means now we are stuck in the middle of winter. This can be a depressing time of year, as the days are... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/21/14
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During the U.S. housing bubble, lenders were giving out too many mortgages to unqualified borrowers, which eventually led to a market crash. To... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/20/14
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Debt can get out of control really fast. Between your credit cards, your student loans and your mortgage, it is easy to owe thousands in debt.... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/17/14
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When you sign a lease, you are signing a legally binding contract with your landlord. Your end of the bargain is that you agree to make all the... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/15/14
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A higher limit on your credit cards can be a big convenience. First of all, having more credit means you’d able to spend more without reaching... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/8/14
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This holiday season, shoppers got a bit of a wake-up call. Hackers managed to break into the credit databases of Target and stole the credit and... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/7/14
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2014 is here and you may be setting goals for the new year. How about building a good credit score? This would be a huge financial accomplishment... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/6/14
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To protect consumers, state governments sometimes create laws that restrict the ability of creditors and debt collection agencies to aggressively... read more »
By: David Andrew • 1/6/14