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Need Credit? Try the Shopping Cart Trick

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Tamila McDonald / April 2nd, 2018 / No Comments

If you have a less than stellar credit history, getting additional credit can be hard, if not downright impossible. Luckily, there is a technique, known as the Shopping Cart Trick, that can help you obtain credit. The approach avoids a hard pull against your credit report, increasing the odds of approval. Plus, it works with a lot of retailers, allowing you to get a store card at places you usually...

Is NetSpend the Perfect Bank Account Alternative for You?

Tamila McDonald / March 26th, 2018 / No Comments

A lot of people can’t open traditional banking accounts. Issues like bad credit, being listed in the Telecheck system, or problems with overdrafts can all make people ineligible. Tamila McDonaldTamila McDonald has worked as a Financial Advisor for the military for past 13 years. She has taught Personal Financial classes on every subject from credit, to life insurance, as well as all other aspects...

Posted in: Credit and Debt Tagged with: bank alternatives

Is 2018 Your Year to Invest in Real Estate or REITs?

Tamila McDonald / March 19th, 2018 / No Comments

When most think of investment vehicles for growing wealth, stocks are usually the first thing that comes to mind. While stocks should certainly be part of your portfolio, investing in real estate or REITs can be a great method for diversification. If you’re wondering whether 2018 is your year to invest in real estate or REITs, here’s what you need to know. Tamila McDonaldTamila McDonald has worked...

Posted in: Personal Finance, Real Estate Tagged with: investments, real estate

Frugal Baked Rockfish Recipes

Tamila McDonald / March 12th, 2018 / No Comments

Did you know that you can cook a great meal at home without breaking the bank? It’s true! As more people start cooking at home to help save money, frugal recipes have become all the rage. And, with so many households increasing their protein intake, rockfish is an excellent choice. Not only is rockfish flavorful, but it’s also affordable. Plus, there are a lot of low-cost ways to dress it up,...

Posted in: Food and Grocery Tagged with: rockfish recipe