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Credit Union Charters and Fields of Membership - What Does it All Mean?
Credit unions come in all shapes and sizes. They can be chartered by the state or the federal government. A quick way to determine which charter your credit union operates under is to look for the word "federal"...

Credit Scores 101
If you've ever had a student loan, a credit card or any other type of debt, you have a credit score. This score is a three-digit number used by lenders to determine how much of a credit risk a borrower is likely to...

What is Shopping Addiction? 9 Warning Signs
You may have heard the term "shopaholic," a cute play on the verb "shop" and "alcoholic." The concept is simple: when someone loves shopping so much they feel somewhat addicted. You may have...

Need Extra Motivation to Save Money Today? Steal Inspiration From These 10 Rags-to-Riches Celebrities
Many times, observing millionaires and billionaires can make one feel inadequate or hopeless – like you'll never be able to compete. But behind a few wealthy celebrities is a bootstrap story just like yours....

Inspiration From 17 Timeless Money Quotes Sure to Make You Think
From our country's founding fathers to today's iconic pop stars, people have made thought-provoking statements about money. Some are wise. Others are funny. A few are a little zany, but still spot-on. For a shot...

Northwest Georgia's Best Free Activities: 12 Creative Things To Do Without Spending a Dime
Whether you're making plans or feeling spontaneous, the goal is the same: stay within that budget. When your "entertainment" portion of this month's spending plan is gone, that doesn't mean...