Marc Klein

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A man sitting at his couch and using his laptop to apply for a credit card.

How Often Should You Apply For a Credit Card?

There are a lot of credit cards out there. Read on to learn how often you should apply for one and what the impacts may be if you do so frequently.

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What is the Average Credit Score by Age or State?

Ever wondered if your credit score is above or below average in relation to others in your age range and location? Read on to find out.

An hourglass projects the shadow of a dollar sign, signifying that a credit card has not been used in a long time.

What Happens if You Don’t Use Your Credit Card?

Curious what happens if you don’t use your credit card for a while? Read on to learn more.

A married couple reviewing their finances on a computer and protecting their credit score during a recession

How to Protect Your Credit Score During a Recession

A recession can come with a range of financial stresses. Read on for a few tips to address one of those areas of uncertainty: how to protect your credit score.

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Can You Reopen a Closed Credit Card?

You might have a credit card laying around that’s been closed for one reason or another. And now you have a few unexpected expenses keeping you up at night and that extra line of credit could come in handy.

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Can Restaurants Charge Credit Card Fees?

If you’re seeing extra fees when you pay your restaurant bill with a credit card, you’re not alone. Find out more about potential credit card fees at your local eatery.

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Can You Get a Credit Card Without a Job?

Can you get a credit card without a job? Yes, you can get a credit card without a job.

A woman holding a credit card and filling out paperwork while receiving help from another woman.

Can You Buy a Money Order with a Credit Card?

Yes, you can buy a money order with a credit card. But, before you make that charge to your credit card, there are some considerations you may want to take into account.

Five Simple Millennial Money Tips

We millennials are the largest generation in the U.S. workforce. Read on to learn about five simple money management tips from the Gen Y perspective.

A young, Gen Z woman is using her credit card to make a payment on her phone.

How Does Gen Z Use Credit Cards?

Opinions on credit cards vary from generation to generation. And that includes Gen Z. Learn about some of these generational differences, including Gen Z’s relationship with credit cards, the average number of cards in their wallets, and more.

A man uses his laptop to log in to his account to see how much credit he currently has available on his credit card.

What Does Available Credit Mean?

If you own a credit card, your available credit is something you will want to keep an eye on at all times. Learn what available credit is, how it’s different from your credit limit, and why it’s so important.

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Is Renters Insurance Required?

Having renters insurance is a good way to protect both a renter and their landlord. In this article, explore a few of the questions you may want to ask to learn if it’s required, if it’s worth it, and how much you need.