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Travel & Vacation

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   Why You Should Refinance Your Car Loan

   Kat Tretina September 7, 2023  •  3 Minute Read

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   Having less-than-stellar credit, a car loan can be expensive. If you have purchased a car with a high-interest loan and your financial situation has improved since then, you might be able to save money. Here’s what you need to know about refinancing and how to decide whether or not it’s right for you.

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   Join A Loyalty Program

   Amanda Peterson September 7, 2023  •  4 Minute Read

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   Everyone loves a good deal. Joining a loyalty program is a thrifty decision that offers a plethora of benefits. CreditSoup gives you a little insight on how they work.

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   Last-Minute Vacation Budget Savers

   Camie Sims August 31, 2023  •  1 Minute Read

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   Are you planning a vacation soon? Check out these few tips to save on your last-minute trip!

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   5 Travel Ideas To End Your Summer - Without Breaking The Bank

   Johnny Monroe July 31, 2023  •  6 Minute Read

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   Regardless of whether you're the parent of lively toddlers, a fun-loving family of six, or a budget-conscious couple, travel doesn't have to put a strain on your finances. CreditSoup offers 5 travel ideas to end your summer without breaking the bank!

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   Use Cash & Points to Save Money on Hotel Stays

   Kat Tretina June 19, 2023  •  3 Minute Read

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   If you’re a frequent traveler, you’re probably a member of a hotel-branded loyalty program or you may have a travel rewards credit card. These programs help you earn points which you can use to book future hotel stays.

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   Summer Vacation Options that Won’t Break Your Budget

   Holly Johnson April 16, 2023  •  6 Minute Read

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   Summer will soon be in full swing, and the long sunny days are likely making you long for some fun time away. There’s no better time to soak up all this world has to offer than during the warm summer months. There’s just one problem: How can you take a vacation when you’re on a budget?

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   11 Gas Apps to Save on Fuel Cost

   Amanda Peterson January 19, 2023  •  3 Minute Read

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   This week's Thrifty Thursday covers the cost savings of using a fuel saver or gas app on your phone. Whether it be a specific fuel saver, rewards credit card, or even an app on your phone, using some sort of application to save money on your daily commute definitely has its benefits. CreditSoup breaks it down for you here in our weekly Thrifty Thursday tip on saving money.

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   Travel In Off-Peak Seasons

   Amanda Peterson August 4, 2022  •  1 Minute Read

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   Traveling during "off-peak seasons" is an opportunity to travel or vacation outside of the normal times of year that most people would visit a particular area. And, is an excellent way to remain thrifty and save some cash!

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   5 Ways to Use Rewards for a Last-Minute Fall Getaway

   CreditSoup Staff August 4, 2022  •  4 Minute Read

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   Fall is often an excellent time to plan a last-minute getaway. Not only is it off-peak travel season for many destinations around the world, but the weather can be wonderful, too. The Southern United States still features excellent temperatures, and the water along Florida’s beaches is still warm from the summer heat.

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    How to Pay for Your Dream Vacation With a Personal Loan

    Kat Tretina June 12, 2022  •  3 Minute Read

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    Using a personal loan to pay for a vacation is never ideal, and no financial expert would ever recommend you do it. Instead, you should aim to pay for your trip in full with cash from your savings or checking account.

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    Free Travel Strategies Using Credit Card Signup Bonuses

    Holly Johnson September 22, 2020  •  7 Minute Read

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    If you’re new to the world of travel credit cards, you’re probably wondering how to best stretch the initial bonuses you can earn as far as they can go. To get the most out of credit card signup bonuses, you need a few essential travel strategies under your belt. Don’t worry - they’re not that complicated.

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    8 Credit Card Considerations When Traveling Internationally

    Holly Johnson June 26, 2019  •  5 Minute Read

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    Before you begin planning for your first overseas trip, however, it helps to know how credit cards factor in. You should absolutely bring one with you — and maybe even more than one — but there’s more to planning your trip than simply packing a credit card in your wallet before you hit the road.

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