Kim Porter

Kim Porter is a writer and editor who has written for AARP the Magazine, Credit Karma, Reviewed.com, U.S. News & World Report, and more. Her favorite topics include maximizing credit card rewards and budgeting. When she’s not writing, you can usually find her training for her next race or baking.

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How long is a check good for?

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What is a returned check and what should I...

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How to get your car back after repossession

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Medical debt after death: Who’s responsible?

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How to trade in a car when you’re still...

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When is tax season, and how is it different...

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What is a credit bureau?

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Property tax relief: How it works and how to...

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What to know about Texas unemployment benefits

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5 things to do before you take out a...

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What is a credit score?

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How compound interest on a savings account works

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What is a tax-free weekend?

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What is rental car insurance?

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What are 2019 state income tax rates?

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How to track a North Carolina tax refund

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How do I calculate my net worth?

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Arizona tax rates: Paying taxes in the Grand Canyon...

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What is a savings bond and how does it...

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Do I have to pay taxes on lottery winnings?

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USAA® Rate Advantage Visa Platinum® Card review: Not equally...

What is the first-time homebuyer credit?

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7 things to know about instant loans

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Could debt consolidation help bad credit?

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What is the IRS underpayment penalty?

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IVF loans: Your financing options

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Student loan interest and the 1098-E form: Things to...

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ACE Elite™ Visa® Prepaid Debit Card review: Should you...

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4 reasons getting a bank loan for bad credit...

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What is an auto equity loan?

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Rise personal loans review: Installment loans designed for people...

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Credit card debt after death: Who’s responsible and what’s...

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What is the average debt consolidation loan rate?

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Where’s my state refund? See how to track it.

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Cash advance loans: 4 reasons to be cautious

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What is the federal gas tax?

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