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Building Good Credit and Lowering Debt–Gerri’s Challenge #2

Credit is a valuable and necessary financial tool. It can help you establish a credit history, make purchases conveniently, and take advantage of the benefits and services offered by credit issuers. But not managing your credit wisely can lead to: Increased interest rates (APRs) Penalty fees A decline in your credit score Denials of future… Read more…

Overcoming Financial Trouble: Gerri’s Challenge

This is a tough time for Americans and no one knows that better than the members of the Consumer Rights Coalition. Access to a variety of credit options is important for many reasons.  For some of us, short-term loans are a viable solution while we get through a temporary dry period.  Maybe our credit rating… Read more…