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Jim Holborow is a researcher, writer, and editor specializing in credit building and personal finance. As a contributor to the Credit One Bank knowledge base, Jim creates informative, engaging content good for boosting your credit IQ or just getting guidance on the go. He holds a BS in Marketing from the University of Nevada-Reno, with continuing studies in marketing analytics.

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A lawyer reviews paperwork at a negotiation table as a man and woman sit at adjacent corners, a scene that may occur during divorce proceedings while determining who is responsible for credit card debt.

Credit Card Debt and Divorce: Who Is Responsible for Paying?

Divorce is a difficult and complicated matter. Learn how credit card debt is handled during divorce proceedings and some tips to protect your finances.

This photo of a bride and groom, shown from the shoulders down, reveals the bride holding a wrapped wedding gift, but we don’t know how much the gift giver spent.

How Much To Spend on a Wedding Gift

When your friends or relatives are getting married, you want to get them the perfect wedding gift. But how much should you spend on that?

A couple watches two professional movers unload boxes from the back of a moving truck. In their situation, professionals may have been the best way to relocate on a budget.

Relocating on a Budget: How To Move Cheaply

Moving can come with a hefty price tag, but these budget-friendly strategies, cost-saving tips, and smart moving solutions can help you save money.

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