Published Apr 18, 2022

Ask HTM - Debt Settlement Credit Score Impacts, Where to Stash Wedding Funds, & Investing Money for a New Baby #502

Delve into the intricacies of financial decision-making as the hosts tackle debt settlement impacts on credit scores, savvy strategies for budgeting wedding funds, and smart investment tips for new parents aiming to secure their child's future.

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Ask HTM - Debt Settlement Credit Score Impacts, Where to Stash Wedding Funds, & Investing Money for a New Baby #502

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Wedding Planning Tips

Debt Psychology

Grocery Price Wars

Affordable Wedding Tips

Sour Beer Delights

Money and Relationships

Roth IRA Strategies

Boosting Your Income

Wedding Fund Strategies

Wedding Savings Strategies

Credit Card Insights

Wedding Fund Strategies

Financial Lifelines

Credit Card Consequences

Smart Education Savings

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Debt Management

Wedding Fund Management

Credit Improvement

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Debt ManagementJoel Larsgaard and Matt Altmix explore the pros and cons of paying off debt versus investing, and the risks associated with debt settlement. They also discuss strategies for boosting income to manage debt more effectively.

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Wedding Fund ManagementNext, Matt Altmix and Joel Larsgaard share optimal strategies for saving and budgeting for weddings. They discuss safe investment options and practical tips for reducing costs without compromising on key elements.

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Credit ImprovementExploring the effective use of credit cards to boost credit scores, this segment covers practical strategies and potential pitfalls. The hosts also discuss various loan strategies and their impact on credit ratings.

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