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Marc Klein

Marc Klein

With his eyes set on becoming the next great ad man (at least until his comedy writing career took off), Marc earned his journalism degree and went straight into advertising for various gaming and tourism clients. He later expanded his credentials to include public affairs and communications work for several environmental science organizations before returning to his marketing roots. A lifelong scholar with recent studies in strategic communication, Marc enjoys tying humor into his writing and simplifying complex financial subjects into engaging and easy-to-digest content for a wide variety of audiences.

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A woman holds a collection of credit and debit cards, trying to decide which to choose for her purchase.

Debit Card vs. Credit Card: Which To Choose?

There are advantages and disadvantages to both credit and debit cards. The key is knowing when each payment method might best meet your needs.

A man’s shoes are shown standing at two arrows, one marked myth and one marked fact, as he tries to decipher common credit score myths to improve his credit score.

Common Credit Score Myths

Figuring out what does and doesn’t improve your credit score can get confusing. But learning the truth behind 13 common credit score myths can help.

A bride and groom dance at their wedding with confetti falling around them. The newlyweds considered the pros and cons of using a credit card when planning their dream wedding.

What Are the Pros and Cons of Using a Credit Card for Wedding Expenses?

Using a credit card can be a good way to pay for wedding expenses. But if you’re not careful, there are also some drawbacks.

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