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Student Loans and Wealth Building: How to Manage, Repay, and Still Invest
Vinh Tran 9/7/25 Vinh Tran 9/7/25

Student Loans and Wealth Building: How to Manage, Repay, and Still Invest

Student loans don’t have to delay wealth. Learn how to manage repayment while investing early to build financial freedom and long-term growth.

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How I Negotiated $3,500 Off My Medical Debt
Vinh Tran 9/6/25 Vinh Tran 9/6/25

How I Negotiated $3,500 Off My Medical Debt

After a $7,800 hospital bill, one patient negotiated $3,500 off and secured a 0% interest plan. Learn how to negotiate medical debt.

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Balance Transfers Explained: Smart Strategy or Debt Trap?
Vinh Tran 9/5/25 Vinh Tran 9/5/25

Balance Transfers Explained: Smart Strategy or Debt Trap?

Balance transfer cards offer 0% APR for 12–21 months. Learn how they work, when to use them, and how to avoid turning them into a debt trap.

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How I Paid Off $9,000 in Credit Card Debt Using the Avalanche Method
Vinh Tran 9/4/25 Vinh Tran 9/4/25

How I Paid Off $9,000 in Credit Card Debt Using the Avalanche Method

One borrower eliminated $9,000 of credit card debt in 2 years using the avalanche method. Here’s how it worked and why it saved money.

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Credit Scores and Wealth: Why Your FICO Still Matters
Vinh Tran 9/3/25 Vinh Tran 9/3/25

Credit Scores and Wealth: Why Your FICO Still Matters

Your credit score impacts interest rates, investment opportunities, and long-term wealth. Learn why FICO still matters for financial freedom.

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Good Debt vs Bad Debt: What Builds Wealth (and What Destroys It)
Vinh Tran 9/2/25 Vinh Tran 9/2/25

Good Debt vs Bad Debt: What Builds Wealth (and What Destroys It)

Not all debt is bad. Learn the difference between good debt that builds wealth (like mortgages) and bad debt that destroys it (like credit cards).

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How I Cleared $20,000 of Student Loans Before 30
Vinh Tran 9/1/25 Vinh Tran 9/1/25

How I Cleared $20,000 of Student Loans Before 30

One borrower paid off $20,000 of student loans in under 4 years using side hustles, strict budgeting, and the debt snowball method.

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The Truth About Minimum Payments: Why They Keep You in Debt
Vinh Tran 8/31/25 Vinh Tran 8/31/25

The Truth About Minimum Payments: Why They Keep You in Debt

Paying only the minimum on credit cards can trap you in debt for decades. Learn how it works and how to break free faster.

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Hard vs Soft Credit Inquiries: What’s the Difference?
Vinh Tran 8/30/25 Vinh Tran 8/30/25

Hard vs Soft Credit Inquiries: What’s the Difference?

Learn the difference between hard and soft credit inquiries, how they affect your score, and when they matter most.

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How I Paid Off $6,000 in Credit Card Debt Using Balance Transfers
Vinh Tran 8/29/25 Vinh Tran 8/29/25

How I Paid Off $6,000 in Credit Card Debt Using Balance Transfers

One borrower paid off $6,000 in credit card debt in 17 months using a balance transfer card. Here’s the STAR breakdown.

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What Is Credit Utilization (and Why It Makes Up 30% of Your Score)?
Vinh Tran 8/27/25 Vinh Tran 8/27/25

What Is Credit Utilization (and Why It Makes Up 30% of Your Score)?

Credit utilization is one of the fastest ways to raise your credit score. Learn what it is, how it’s calculated, and how to lower it.

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How I Boosted My Credit Score 100 Points by Becoming an Authorized User
Vinh Tran 8/26/25 Vinh Tran 8/26/25

How I Boosted My Credit Score 100 Points by Becoming an Authorized User

One borrower raised their credit score by 100 points in a year by becoming an authorized user. Here’s how this credit hack works.

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How I Paid Off $8,000 in Medical Bills After an Emergency
Vinh Tran 8/25/25 Vinh Tran 8/25/25

How I Paid Off $8,000 in Medical Bills After an Emergency

One borrower faced $8,000 in medical debt, negotiated payment plans, and became debt-free in 18 months. Here’s how.

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Should You Refinance Your Credit Card Debt?
Vinh Tran 8/15/25 Vinh Tran 8/15/25

Should You Refinance Your Credit Card Debt?

Thinking of refinancing credit card debt? Learn the pros, cons, and when balance transfers or consolidation loans make sense.

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How to Build Credit from Scratch (Beginner’s Guide)
Vinh Tran 8/3/25 Vinh Tran 8/3/25

How to Build Credit from Scratch (Beginner’s Guide)

New to credit? Learn how to build a strong credit history with secured cards, credit-builder loans, and smart habits.

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STW: How I Paid Off $75,000 in Student Loans in 4 Years
Vinh Tran 7/6/25 Vinh Tran 7/6/25

STW: How I Paid Off $75,000 in Student Loans in 4 Years

One borrower eliminated $75K in student loans with side hustles, budgeting, and discipline. Here’s how.

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STW: How I Consolidated My Debt and Finally Got Ahead
Vinh Tran 5/18/25 Vinh Tran 5/18/25

STW: How I Consolidated My Debt and Finally Got Ahead

One borrower consolidated $20K of debt into a single loan, lowered their interest, and became debt-free in 2 years.

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Debt Avalanche vs Debt Snowball: Which Is Best for You?
Vinh Tran 4/27/25 Vinh Tran 4/27/25

Debt Avalanche vs Debt Snowball: Which Is Best for You?

Learn the difference between Debt Avalanche and Debt Snowball methods — and which payoff strategy works best.

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STW: How I Negotiated My Credit Card Debt Down by 40%
Vinh Tran 4/13/25 Vinh Tran 4/13/25

STW: How I Negotiated My Credit Card Debt Down by 40%

One borrower reduced their $12K credit card balance by 40% through negotiation. Here’s how they did it.

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What You Need to Know About Student Loan Forgiveness (2025 Update)
Vinh Tran 3/2/25 Vinh Tran 3/2/25

What You Need to Know About Student Loan Forgiveness (2025 Update)

Learn the latest on student loan forgiveness in 2025, including PSLF, IDR, teacher programs, and updates.

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