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7 Things to Do to Improve Your Credit Score

Here are seven things you can do to raise your credit score....Read More

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6 Ways to Save On Your Next Camping Trip

Here are six ways to keep expenses down and have a great time....Read More

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5 Top Middle Tennessee Family Spots to Explore

Here are a few of our favorite spots in Middle Tennessee the whole family might enjoy....Read More

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3 Back-To-School Scams to Avoid

Here are three tips on staying sharp on the latest scams as school starts....Read More

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4 Ways a Savings Account Teaches Kids About Money

If it is saving their allowance or just stashing birthday cash....Read More

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6 Ways to Save on College Textbooks

Here are six ways you might be able to save on textbooks and help keep the budget on track....Read More

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Does My Credit Score Even Matter?

The three major credit bureaus in the U.S. collect and share information on a person’s credit usage with potential lenders and......Read More

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4 Steps You Can Take To Get the Ball Rolling On Your Credit File

Building credit history from the bottom up can be tricky....Read More

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Ascend’s Top 5 Picks for Your Tennessee Summer Vacation

Ascend's Top 5 picks for your summer vacation...Read More

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