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Constance is a former editor and writer at Credit.com. Prior to joining us, she worked as an editor for MSN.com, senior digital producer for CNBC, and digital producer for NBC Nightly News. She also is a graduate of the International Culinary Center in New York, has worked for chefs such as April Bloomfield and Jean Georges Vongerichten, and is the founder of Crave Personal Chef Services in Austin, Texas.

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401(k) Withdrawal FAQ
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December 16, 2022

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Does Closing a Credit Card Affect Your Credit Score?
If you’re thinking about cleaning up your credit report by clos... read more

April 11, 2022

What Does FICO Stand For? And What is a FICO Score?
What does FICO stand for? The FICO scoring model is a credit... read more

October 20, 2021

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Tips for Negotiating House Prices
Have you found the home you want to buy? The next step is to writ... read more

July 6, 2021

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Low Interest Payday Loan Alternatives to Consider
Close to 50% of Americans have little to no savings, and almost 7... read more

June 23, 2021

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Exxon Mobil Smart Card: What You Need to Know
UPDATE: Some offers mentioned below have expired and/or are no lo... read more

December 18, 2019

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