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Articles in January 2025

  1. 10 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund

    10 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund

    Kat Tretina January 22, 2025  •  4 Minute Read

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    You may have already started dreaming about ways you could use your refund dollars. But before you start spending, take a step back and consider if there are other ways you can use your refund to improve your financial standing. Learn more from these 10 smart ways you can use your tax refund.

  2. File Your Taxes For Free - On the IRS Website

    File Your Taxes For Free - On the IRS Website

    Amanda Peterson January 17, 2025  •  4 Minute Read

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    It's tax season and if you're debating whether to hire someone or file them free online, we have a solution for you. The IRS Free File Program let's qualified taxpayers file for free on their website. CreditSoup took the leg work out of it and has the details here.

  3. The Easiest Way to Start Building Credit

    The Easiest Way to Start Building Credit

    Amanda Peterson January 17, 2025  •  4 Minute Read

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    Your credit’s not great, but CreditSoup has a plan! Secured credit cards are valuable tools for individuals with poor or no credit history to establish or rebuild their credit. First Latitude Assent Mastercard and First Progress Platinum Select are two great options to start with.

  4. Think Before You Post: Social Media and Your Job Hunt

    Think Before You Post: Social Media and Your Job Hunt

    Amanda Peterson January 14, 2025  •  3 Minute Read

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    New year, new job? Social media might play a bigger part in the search than you think. Boost your job search with these expert tips for using social media to stand out. CreditSoup explains how to clean up your profiles, showcase your skills, and impress potential employers online.

  5. Best Credit Cards for 2025

    Best Credit Cards for 2025

    Amanda Peterson January 9, 2025  •  2 Minute Read

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    With all the credit card options out out there nowadays, how do you know which one is best for your needs? Luckily for you, we’ve researched and hand selected the best credit cards for your credit and lifestyle needs this year.

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