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8 Financial Lessons from Celebs Who Manage Money Effectively

August 28, 2018 By Jason

8 Financial Lessons from Celebs Who Manage Money Effectively

You probably know of plenty of celebrities who live life lavishly, and for many, this has led to financial troubles. But for all of the celebrities who don’t know how to manage their money, there are just as many who are actually very money savvy. You just don’t hear much about their behavior because they are doing the same thing that the average person does—spending … [Read more...]

Why More U.S. Travelers Are Using Prepaid Debit Cards in 2018

July 2, 2018 By Green Dot 1 Comment

Why More U.S. Travelers Are Using Prepaid Debit Cards in 2018

When it comes to domestic traveling, carrying around loads of cash isn’t usually a good idea. But what should you do if you don’t have—or don’t want to use—traditional credit cards? There’s a reason that more U.S. travelers are using prepaid debit cards for their 2018 domestic travel—in fact, there are five primary reasons they do. When planning your next trip, whether … [Read more...]

What is a Secured Credit Card?

June 5, 2018 By Green Dot 2 Comments

What is a Secured Credit Card?

If you’ve done any research on credit cards, you might have come across the terms "unsecured card" and "secured credit card" while exploring your credit options. A secured credit card is a handy financial tool that allows consumers to build credit, develop positive financial habits, and improve their credit scores with responsible use. What is a secured credit card and how … [Read more...]

A Guide to Secured vs. Unsecured Credit Cards

May 7, 2018 By Green Dot 5 Comments

A Guide to Secured vs. Unsecured Credit Cards

When you think of credit cards, what comes to mind? For some it may be staggering debt or interest rates, for others, it may be as simple as the ability to shop online. But the truth is, all credit cards are most certainly not created equal. In fact, there are two different types of credit cards: secured and unsecured. Both cards allow you to purchase items anywhere … [Read more...]

4 Reasons to Rebuild Your Credit with the Green Dot® Platinum Visa® Secured Credit Card

February 20, 2018 By Marsha Barnes 1 Comment

4 Reasons to Rebuild Your Credit with the Green Dot® Platinum Visa® Secured Credit Card

By Marsha Barnes Credit plays a vital role in our everyday lives. From college students to working professionals, building and maintaining good credit is essential to all of us. Unfortunately, a credit score is not like a race car where you can press the accelerator and feel the results instantly. Credit scores and the overall process of building your credit takes time and … [Read more...]

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