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Does financing a car build credit?

Financing a car doesn’t automatically increase your credit score. However, it does diversify your credit mix and give you the opportunity to build up your credit history — two factors that can definitely increase your score.

How to pay your bills when you have no money

If you have no money and can’t pay your bills, the first thing you should do is call your collectors and see if they can work with you. From there, look into government assistance programs in your area or try to find ways to bring in extra cash.

18 tips to help you manage your money while traveling

Keeping your money safe while traveling starts before you depart. Manage your money well by checking your cards’ foreign transaction fees, getting some local currency, and storing your money securely. When you return, pay off your credit card and check your accounts for suspicious charges.