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Archive of Personal Finance Articles – Arla Wallace
• Identity Theft: What You Should Know
Safeguard yourself against identity theft by monitoring bank and credit card accounts, protecting personal identification documents, and utilizing two-factor authentication.... more
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• Tax Scams
Whether it is ghost tax return preparers, fraudulent charitable organizations, or IRS impersonators, taxpayers need to be vigilant in protecting themselves from scammers.... more
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• Inflation and the Impact on Consumer Debt
Although consumers do not have much control over prices and interest rates during periods of high inflation, they can try and manage their spending to minimize debt.... more
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• Maintaining Your Standard of Living in Retirement
Take care of your health, set realistic spending goals, and try to delay receiving social security until full retirement age so that you can prolong your retirement income.... more
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• Understanding the Taxes You Pay
In addition to federal income taxes, individuals may also be subject to employment taxes, property taxes, and state income taxes.... more
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• The Need for Financial Literacy
Managing money is a life skill that needs to be taught to children early in life at home, and continued in school so that young people can accomplish their financial goals.... more
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• Paying Off Student Loan Debt
Stay on top of your existing student loan debt so that you do not affect your credit, and familiarize yourself with any future debt reduction programs.... more
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• Low Credit Score
Avoid problems stemming from low-credit scores by reporting fraudulent activity, paying bills on time, avoiding too many credit applications, and paying down existing debt.... more
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• Spender or Saver?
Switching your habits from overspending to saving can help you enjoy your retirement years more comfortably.... more
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