All articles tagged: “Family” (Page: 2)

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Half of Households in California are in Chronic Financial Stress

Half of Households in California are in Chronic Financial Stress

A study released recently by the Corporation for Enterprise Development shows nearly half of households in California have little to no savings... read more »

Mike Randall

By: Mike Randall • 2/27/14

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Study Finds Divorce Rates Will Rise as Economy Improves

Study Finds Divorce Rates Will Rise as Economy Improves

As our economy continues to slowly improve from the effects of the Great Recession, most of the news is good. However, one disturbing trend has... read more »

Mike Randall

By: Mike Randall • 2/24/14

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Why You Should Teach Your Kids About Finances

Why You Should Teach Your Kids About Finances

There are many reasons you should teach your kids about finances. Here are some of the many reasons I think youth financial education is... read more »

Sam X Renick

By: Sam X Renick • 2/5/14

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Money is the Main Cause of Stress in Relationships

Money is the Main Cause of Stress in Relationships

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 »

David Andrew

By: David Andrew • 1/30/14

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What You Can Teach Your Parents About Credit

What You Can Teach Your Parents About Credit

Your parents taught you life’s most important lessons. Chances are your understanding of money and credit comes from them. However, times change... read more »

David Andrew

By: David Andrew • 11/27/13

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10 Best Finance Blogs for Moms

10 Best Finance Blogs for Moms

Wonderwoman, Batgirl, Storm and the like may be make-believe female superheroes, but there is one real-life superhero who always saves the day.... read more »

Toby Bower

By: Toby Bower • 11/20/13

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4 Ways to Teach Your Children About Money

4 Ways to Teach Your Children About Money

As a parent, one of your many tasks is to teach your children how to be smart with money. It’s important to help them understand the basics of... read more »

BadCredit.org Staff

By: BadCredit.org Staff • 11/13/13

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Merged Finances Linked to Stronger Relationships

Merged Finances Linked to Stronger Relationships

A joint bank account might not seem like the most romantic thing in the world, but it is often the sign of a strong and loving relationship. A... read more »

David Andrew

By: David Andrew • 11/7/13

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Will Divorce Impact Your Credit Score?

Will Divorce Impact Your Credit Score?

When you are going through a divorce, you need to protect yourself financially. If you do not plan right, there are a few problems that can haunt... read more »

David Andrew

By: David Andrew • 10/18/13

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Can a Joint Account Destroy Your Credit?

Can a Joint Account Destroy Your Credit?

If you have come to the point in a relationship where the two of you are discussing opening a joint account together, there are some things you... read more »

Mike Randall

By: Mike Randall • 10/14/13

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How to Start a Family When You Have Bad Credit

How to Start a Family When You Have Bad Credit

Starting a family can be a financial challenge even under the best circumstances. If you have bad credit, it is going to be even more difficult.... read more »

David Andrew

By: David Andrew • 9/24/13

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10 Best Finance Blogs for Families

10 Best Finance Blogs for Families

Keeping your finances in order isn’t just a one-man job. It takes the whole family! With our 10 Best Finance Blogs for Families, the tips are... read more »

Toby Bower

By: Toby Bower • 9/18/13

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Can Your Parents’ Bad Credit Hurt You?

Can Your Parents’ Bad Credit Hurt You?

It makes sense that most of what we learn early in life about credit and financial dealings comes directly from our parents. Their financial... read more »

Mike Randall

By: Mike Randall • 9/10/13

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Who Pays Off Your Debt When You Pass Away?

Who Pays Off Your Debt When You Pass Away?

The passing of a relative is always hard on a family. It can be made even harder if there are unpaid debt obligations left behind. During this... read more »

Mike Randall

By: Mike Randall • 8/12/13

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Does Your Partner’s Credit Affect Yours?

Does Your Partner’s Credit Affect Yours?

Part of getting married is planning how to share your finances with your partner. This can be a little uncomfortable if your partner isn’t as... read more »

David Andrew

By: David Andrew • 8/9/13

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6 Ways to Protect Your Teens from Bad Credit

6 Ways to Protect Your Teens from Bad Credit

If you have teenagers, you probably already know their spending habits can be questionable at times. If they have an after-school job or money... read more »

Mike Randall

By: Mike Randall • 7/18/13

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How to Explain Your Bad Credit to Your Partner

How to Explain Your Bad Credit to Your Partner

If you have bad credit, then you’re already used to dealing with a number of challenges. One you may never have expected is having to fess up... read more »

Steven Tumulski

By: Steven Tumulski • 7/16/13

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How Bad Credit Can Affect Your Children’s Lives

How Bad Credit Can Affect Your Children’s Lives

Having bad credit can make so many things in your life more difficult and more expensive. Your credit score is used to determine everything from... read more »

Mike Randall

By: Mike Randall • 7/10/13

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Families Experiencing Unemployment 1.3x More Likely to Suffer Loss of Wealth

Families Experiencing Unemployment 1.3x More Likely to Suffer Loss of Wealth

Unemployment costs Americans more than their weekly paycheck. According to a recent study out of the Pew Charitable Trusts, it also badly damages... read more »

David Andrew

By: David Andrew • 6/27/13