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5 Ways to Trim Your Fixed Expenses

Trimming your monthly expenses can save you big money in your budget. Look at everything from your mortgage to monthly subscriptions and see what you can trim!

Feb

Jun

Does Refinancing Hurt My Credit?

Good question. The short answer is “yes,” but did you know that refinancing might actually improve your credit score? We’ll tell you how to mitigate the negative impact of refinancing.

Mar

Hard vs. Soft Inquiry: What’s the Difference?

Depending on which inquiry the creditor is performing, you could see your credit score change.