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FICO Credit Score Changes Could Punish People Who Struggle To Manage Debts

February 3, 2020

FICO announced it would be releasing this summer two credit score models, FICO 10 and FICO 10 T. It is estimated that 40 million consumers will see a drop in their scores by 20 points but another 40 million could see scores increase as much. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

In A Good Place Financially? It May Be Time To Ask For More Help

May 14, 2018

Many people fear they are somehow inadequate if they can’t do it all. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE for some key indicators that your financial situation is in a good place to enable you to call on additional help.

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Can’t Pay Or File Your Taxes By April 15? Here’s What Happens If You Missed Monday’s DeadlineApril 15, 2024 - 9:35 pm
Failing to file on time when you still owe taxes will subject you to a failure-to-file penalty, which is based on how late your return is and the amount of your unpaid tax . You will also be hit with a failure-to-pay penalty. The good news is you still have time to rectify those situations before you’re penalized.
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How To Reduce Capital Gains Taxes And Save MoneyMarch 26, 2024 - 1:04 am
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Student Loan Forgiveness Email Scams: How To Detect It And Avoid It?March 18, 2024 - 9:07 pm
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FICO Credit Score Changes Could Punish People Who Struggle To Manage Debts

In A Good Place Financially? It May Be Time To Ask For More Help

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