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If you’re overwhelmed by debt and don’t know where to start, begin by gathering all your financial information, including your income, expenses, and debts. Then create a simple monthly budget, prioritize your highest-interest debts, and start building a small emergency fund. Even a small emergency fund—just $500 to $1,000—can prevent…
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