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Attorney General James Secures More than $700,000 from Pathward Bank for Illegally Freezing Bank Accounts and Turning Over Consumer Funds to Debt Collectors

adminApril 17, 2024

Editorial credit: lev radin / Shutterstock.com NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today secured more than $700,000 from Pathward, National Association (Pathward), a national bank formerly known as MetaBank, for unlawfully freezing customer accounts and illegally transferring money to debt collectors. An investigation by the Office of the

Transforming Your Financial Life

adminMarch 7, 2024

Transforming your financial life can be daunting but breaking it down into manageable steps can make the process much more achievable. It involves significant changes to improve your financial situation, habits, and outlook. Here are some steps you can take to begin this transformation: Assess Your Current Situation: Take stock

Can I Inherit Debt?

adminJanuary 17, 2024

Inheritances and debts are separate legal concepts, and whether or not you inherit debt depends on various factors, including the laws in your jurisdiction and the specific circumstances of the situation. Here are some key points to consider: Estate’s Assets and Liabilities: When a person passes away, their estate includes

The Financial Fitness Challenge: Level Up Your Budgeting Skills

adminJanuary 4, 2024

Budgeting is often viewed as mundane and tedious, but what if you approached it as a game or challenge? By bringing a sense of adventure and fun into your financial journey, you can transform how you manage your money and achieve greater financial fitness. Read on to discover some unconventional

Five Tips to Improve Your Financial Security

adminDecember 4, 2023

Even though you might be aware of how to budget your monthly expenses and avoid debt, there’s more to financial security than that. Right off the bat, you can start by establishing the difference between financial security and financial stability. Having financial stability means that you can pay off your

Beyoncé has a prenup − but do you need one if you’re not a millionaire?

adminSeptember 12, 2023

By Allison Anna Tait A prenuptial agreement can seem like something only high-profile people like Jeff Bezos – with his US$138 billion fortune to protect – actually need. But prenups – contracts entered into before marriage that detail how assets will be divided in the case of divorce – can be a

The Medical Debt Dilemma Among Americans

adminJuly 12, 2023

Medical debt is a significant burden and crisis that keeps many Americans awake, and it shows no signs of abating for over 30 million Americans. Presently, individuals owe more than $190 billion, causing financial distress with negative consequences for their well-being. Sadly, as healthcare costs continue to rise, many are

Confused About Improving Your Credit Score? These Two Factors Matter Most

adminApril 12, 2023

It’s easy to find articles explaining the 10 or more areas on your credit report that impact your score. Generally speaking, these lists are not wrong. However, they can be overwhelming and complicate the topic. Where should you really focus your efforts? What will help you get the credit rating

Four Practical Tips on Staying Out of Credit Card Debt

adminMarch 12, 2023

By Carlton Ryan Credit card debt has ruined many lives. Falling too far behind on what you owe to a credit card company can lead to bankruptcy and financial destitution. Whether you’re trying to recover from mistakes you’ve already made with credit cards, or are a first time card holder

The Least Romantic Valentine’s Day Ever: Why Financial Discussions Just Might Save Your Relationships

adminFebruary 12, 2023

On the list of best Valentine’s Day activities, talking about money ranks just below washing the dishes and cleaning the floor, but unlike those household chores, discussing the way you feel about your finances just might save your relationship. You might not want to lead with those money matters –

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Attorney General James Secures More than $700,000 from Pathward Bank for Illegally Freezing Bank Accounts and Turning Over Consumer Funds to Debt Collectors

Transforming Your Financial Life

Can I Inherit Debt?

The Financial Fitness Challenge: Level Up Your Budgeting Skills

Five Tips to Improve Your Financial Security

Beyoncé has a prenup − but do you need one if you’re not a millionaire?

The Medical Debt Dilemma Among Americans

Confused About Improving Your Credit Score? These Two Factors Matter Most

Four Practical Tips on Staying Out of Credit Card Debt

The Least Romantic Valentine’s Day Ever: Why Financial Discussions Just Might Save Your Relationships

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