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You're ready to buy a new car, but your old car is still in good shape. Should you trade it in or sell it yourself? Here's what you need to know about getting the best deal for your old car.

It may not be possible to completely avoid debt - things may just happen that are out of your control. But, by understanding the most common reasons people fall into credit card debt, you can take steps to avoid racking up unwanted debt.

Don't let a splurge derail your financial plans.

Tax season is among us and for many it means a nice refund from the IRS. Each year people are perplexed on how to spend their refund – save or spend, invest or squander, new shoes or new furniture.

What's considered a "good" credit score? What's the average credit score? And exactly how much do you stand to gain by improving your score?

Even though professional athletes appear unstoppable during a game, the truth is that they need financial fitness as much as anyone else. Here are some of the most important lessons a financial educator has learned from seven years of training and counseling professional athletes.

This past week I encountered a situation that was both a financial issue and a very painful family issue. A young man, age 34, was in a traffic accident and seriously hurt. His family was told that his condition would not improve and were asked if he had any type of Will or Health Care Directive.

Dealing with unpaid debt can be scary, especially once the collection calls start, but it’s important to remember that you have rights. Here’s what you should know when navigating prickly encounters with debt collectors, and how you can protect yourself as a consumer:

You know that even if your credit card is closed, you still need to pay any remaining balance - but there are a few other important repercussions you should be aware of.

Are you on track to reach your retirement savings goals? Here how to set those goals and regularly measure your success.

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