Nancy Byerly

05
Sep
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Money Tip: The 55/20/25 Rule

Stop asking “How much should I invest?” The smarter move is to set up a system that runs automatically. Here’s the simple 55/20/25 rule that makes money stress-free.
1 min read
05
Sep
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Debt Consolidation: Your Portfolio’s Credit Score Hack

Drowning in debt? The same rules that build your credit score can turn a messy balance sheet into an investing edge.
5 min read
05
Sep
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Your Credit Score Isn’t Just for Loans—It’s an Investing Edge

FICO’s five factors aren’t just for banks. They’re the blueprint for turning your portfolio into a wealth-building machine
3 min read
04
Sep
Illustration of a cracked credit card with gold chip and numbers, being struck by a judge’s gavel, with the word “Bankruptcy” on a dark background.

What is Bankruptcy?

Bankruptcy isn’t the end — it’s a reset button. Chapter 7 clears debt, Chapter 13 locks you into repayment. Both wreck credit, but give breathing room. Here’s how it works, the risks, and why it’s a last resort.
2 min read
04
Sep
Illustration of a blue credit card with gold chip, padlock, and dollar sign, labeled “Secured Credit Card” on a dark background.

What is a Secured Credit Card?

A secured credit card lets you put down a deposit to prove yourself. Use it right, build credit fast. Use it wrong, lose your cash and sink deeper. Here’s how they work, why they matter, and the traps to avoid.
4 min read
03
Sep
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How Do Credit Cards Work? Borrow Smart, Avoid Traps

Credit cards can be a tool or a trap. Here’s how they really work, what it costs if you slip, and how to use them smart to build credit and stay in control.
4 min read
03
Sep
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What’s a FICO Score? Your Financial Gatekeeper

Your FICO score is the gatekeeper to loans, apartments, jobs, and even insurance. Get it wrong, and you’ll pay for years.
4 min read
03
Sep
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Improve Your Credit Score: Stop Bleeding Cash

A low credit score costs you thousands in higher rates and lost opportunities. Here’s how to fix it with no fluff—just results.
2 min read
03
Sep
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How to Budget Money: Straightforward Guide

Budgeting isn’t about skipping coffee—it’s about control. In today’s market, a solid budget is your shield against chaos.
3 min read
03
Sep
A credit score gauge dial from red to green with icons for housing, insurance, and jobs, symbolizing how credit scores affect life decisions.

What’s a Credit Score? Your Financial Report Card

Your credit score isn’t just about loans—it decides your rent, insurance, and even job options. Ignore it, and you’ll pay for years.
4 min read
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