Author: Tio Rico

6 Simple Tips to Increase Your Credit Score

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Low credit scores can trip you up when trying to get a car loan, a personal loan or even an apartment to rent. The good news is that there are ways that you can increase your credit score. It begins with wanting to improve your credit score, and then takes some self-discipline, determination, and focus…. Read more »

5 Practical Steps Toward Financial Freedom

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Financial freedom is the goal that everyone strives for. Whether it’s paying the bills on time or banking an emergency savings fund, we all would like to move beyond the weekly grind. We all want to stop living paycheck to paycheck, of being trapped in a continual cycle of financial frustration and discontent. To be… Read more »

New Years Money Loans: Securing Cash Quick and Easily

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Money loans have always been a quick and easy way to secure cash when needed. Perhaps no better time to consider this is in January. Into the New Year, the holidays have wound down, and the bills have started to hit the mailbox. For many, the Christmas season, with all the gift-giving, holiday parties, celebrations, travel,… Read more »

Learn How to Prevent Identity Theft This Season

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Learning how to prevent identity theft can save you time, money, and serious aggravation. Identity theft can happen anytime. Your personal information can be pulled from a trash can. Your credit card number can be copied by waiters at a restaurant or clerks in a department store. Most people inadvertently give away too much of… Read more »

Save This Christmas: Cheap (Even Free!) Stocking Stuffer Ideas

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The joy and excitement of the holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the season of gift giving. With so many on your Christmas list, it’s easy to spend more than you have budgeted. If you are short of cash, holiday loans are a good option to avoid encountering financial troubles or regret… Read more »

Tips for Grocery Shopping on a Budget This Holiday Season

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Learning to grocery shop on a budget is important, but it is especially essential around the holidays. Doing so is one of the best and easiest ways to pinch pennies, and help to ease you through the months ahead. It can be difficult. Rising food costs, combined with smart marketing can leave the most seasoned… Read more »

Learn How to Responsibly Use Personal Loans

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Personal loans are one of the more popular kinds of loans for consumers in Phoenix, AZ (or anywhere for that matter). This type of loan is a form of credit used for a specific purpose. It is unsecured, meaning, there is no collateral when borrowing as in the case with a mortgage or car title…. Read more »

Shopping Season Tips: Avoid the Pitfalls of Fraud

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With the holiday season approaching, how to avoid fraud should be at the top of every consumer’s shopping list. Today’s world of online banking has simplified borrowing money. Yet, the new technology has been combined with old tricks to make it easier for scam artists. Financial scammers prey the most on people who have the… Read more »

The Biggest Mistakes College Students Should Avoid

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College students and fiscal responsibility. Historically, these two categories are not the best combination. College typically marks the first time the majority of students are on their own, socially, scholastically and financially. Students will face difficult financial decisions when it comes to money management, as they have to balance tuition, books, supplies, food and spending… Read more »

How Do Registration Loans Work?

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Where do you turn to when an unexpected, costly life emergency pops up? The average person is not going to have $3,000 just sitting around waiting for an emergency to happen. Life can be expensive. Most people will seek out an auto title loan to help bridge the gap. But what do you do when… Read more »

How to Get Quick Personal Loans

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Picture this all too real-life scenario: You’re just involved in a car accident and are at fault. Everyone is okay, but the other vehicle involved has some heavy damage. Unfortunately for you, collision insurance is expensive and you are already in debt with student loans. The damage costs outweigh your savings account by a bit…. Read more »

Travel Light and Save Money Like a Pro

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Summer is not quite over, and September is still a favorite time of year for people to venture out for a vacation or road trip. While vacationing and exploring is no doubt fun, it can also be expensive. Today we explore some personal finance tips on how to travel like a minimalist and save money… Read more »

How to Make a Little Extra Cash Before Payday

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Where do you turn to when you are in a financial pinch? What do you do when a bill or financial situation pops up that calls for immediate attention and action? Sometimes, we just can’t wait for payday. Many employers only disperse payment twice a week or even once a month. This does not help… Read more »

Borrowing Money Can Be Quick and Easy

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When you need a quick infusion of cash, where do you turn to? Over the past few years, most financial institutions have aggressively tightened their collective purse strings due to economic conditions and lending regulations, making it nearly impossible to obtain a quick, cash loan. This is not helpful when you have a timely electrical… Read more »

A Complete Guide to Getting a Vehicle Title Loan

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Money. It’s never around when you need it most. And when you do need it, how can you not only get it but get it FAST? Obtaining a loan from a bank or other financial institution can take what feels like forever, not to mention the piles of paperwork. When you need money, you need… Read more »

The Best Ways to Manage Your Finances with Your Partner

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Adults lead busy and hectic lives. Personal time is a premium and it’s challenging enough to manage your own finances. But it can be stressful to joint manage you and your partner’s finances. Just as it took time for you and your partner to develop a loving relationship, it will also take a little time… Read more »

Title Loans in Arizona: Lenders That Locals Trust

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If money is tight and you come up a little short when it comes time to pay your monthly bills or make an unexpected big purchase, it’s easy to feel defeated or even overwhelmed. What many people don’t know is that auto title loan can help when you need reliable fast cash. What most people… Read more »

What You Need to Know About Getting a Title Loan

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Financial problems can pop up out of the blue when we least expect them. Life can happen in the blink of an eye, and life is not cheap. Health problems can arise with unexpected medical bills, which add up quick. Whatever the financial scenario is, it’s nice to know that title loans and quick personal… Read more »

Spring Cleaning: For Your Budget

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Spring is here and it signals a giant reset button for all of us. No matter where we live in the country, spring cleaning is a time for a refresh. This can and should ring true for our personal finances. Spring represents a great time to tidy up your budget. Below we look at some… Read more »

Debt and Having a Baby: Plan, Budget, Prepare

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Congratulations! You are expecting! Having a baby is indeed one of the most exciting life events, period. Having a baby can also be one of the most frightening life experiences! How does one begin to budget for a new family member who will be completely dependent on Mom and Dad? Maintain regular breathing patterns. Below… Read more »