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5 Money Moves to Make Before Applying For a Credit Card

If you're feeling the urge to apply for a shiny new credit card, not so fast! Make sure these money moves get checked off first.

Getting a mortgage isn't the only reason to keep your finances in tiptop shape. You should make these money moves even if you plan to rent forever.

Are you still trying to get ahead of the personal finance game? Well, you may be doing a whole lot better than you think.

Life happens. When a financial crisis is upon your shoulders, your best defense is a smart budget breakdown.

You relied on good credit to see you through to retirement — don't put those good financial habits aside just yet!

A viral Facebook post has parents everywhere wondering: Should you charge your young kids rent?

Before you don your cap and gown, you have one more lesson to learn; basic personal finance.

Don't be deceived by a stellar credit score. Your financial health might still need some work.

When cash tips are your main bread and butter, not just any old budget will work. Here's how to build the best budget for your money.

Before you ask your credit card provider for a limit increase, take the time to ask yourself a few questions, too.

Minimum payments, retail therapy, yikes! Don't let these bad money blunders burn through your cash.

The student loan default rate is rising. If you ever find yourself falling behind, here's how to catch up.

With pumpkin spice latte season right around the corner (yes, already!), there's no better time to give your finances a full fall makeover.

Get your spouse on the same financial page as you with these easy (and even fun!) budgeting tips.

Your parents have always been there for you — but now they're the ones in a tough spot. Don't panic. Here's how you can help.

It takes hard work to give your credit score a kick in the pants. Don't sabotage it with these five screw-ups.

If you could hop in a time machine, chances are you'd visit your younger, less responsible self to share some advice about smart credit card use.

Looking for a way to stretch your dollars and get ahead?. Try this twist on managing credit cards to free up cash for better use.

Is bill autopay the answer to your problems, or just another problem? As with so many things, it's likely a little of both.

Any one of these easy-to-use apps will help you start and keep a budget that works for you. What are you waiting for?