16 Apr Pay down debt or start emergency fund?

Posted at 11:24h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, Credit

Your financial priorities have an important pecking order. ...

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16 Apr Should I close some credit card accounts?

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Canceling a credit card can hurt your score. ...

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15 Apr How long does it take to get my credit report?

Posted at 11:22h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, Credit

How fast you get your free credit report depends on how you've made the request. ...

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14 Apr Can my student be considered “independent” for financial aid?

Posted at 11:03h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, College

It's not easy to declare your student "independent."...

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13 Apr Is a tax preparer worth the cost?

Posted at 16:01h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, Taxes

It all depends on the complexity of your return. ...

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13 Apr The money implications of divorce

Posted at 15:45h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, Retirement

Getting divorced can mean big changes for your financial life. ...

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10 Apr What to consider when buying investment property

Posted at 13:02h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, Real Estate

What you need to know before buying a rental home. ...

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10 Apr Monthly pension or a lump sum?

Posted at 12:31h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, Retirement

Choosing a lump sum or a monthly pension is a big decision. ...

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09 Apr Using 529 funds for pre-college program

Posted at 11:55h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, College

You may lose a 529 plan's tax advantages if you don't follow the rules. ...

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08 Apr What to do with wedding gifts?

Posted at 12:13h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, Real Estate, Retirement

You don’t want to hurt your credit score unnecessarily, and canceling a card can do some damage. ...

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