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Day: February 19, 2020

Financial Literacy

4 Ways Bad Credit Makes Life More Expensive

Bad credit is expensive — and not just when it comes to the interest you pay.

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The 15th Annual Plutus Awards ceremony will be LIVE during the Plutus Impact Summit, May 6-8, 2026 in Charlotte, NC!Sign up to get the latest information about the events by joining the Wait List today. No commitment necessary, and you'll get 30% off the Summit Pass. You'll also be the first to hear about this year's speakers, presenters, sessions, and more!Join the Wait List - link in bio.

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This Thursday, @tonysteuerauthor joins us for a po

This Thursday, @tonysteuerauthor joins us for a powerful conversation on what it means to be truly financially prepared as a creator, a professional, and a guide to others. We’ll explore how to build trust through transparency, how to lead with education, and how to use your platform to spotlight others and inspire change. Whether you're sharing personal stories, offering financial advice, or building a movement around money, this session will help you show up with clarity, credibility, and confidence.Tony Steuer is an award-winning author, podcaster, and founder of the Get Ready Initiative (which includes the Get Ready Podcast). He helps people take control of their financial lives through clear frameworks, practical tools, and a commitment to making the complex simple. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Fast Company, and The Washington Post, and he’s been a longtime voice for financial standards and consumer empowerment.These are some of the topics we will discuss:✅ Building trust with your audience through financial transparency
✅ Educating without overwhelming: spotlighting the right questions
✅ Using your platform to elevate voices and build a community of leaders
✅ The power of a financial first aid kit for you and those you serve
✅ Tony’s approach to masterminds and collaborationDon’t miss our live conversation on Thursday, July 10, at 5pm ET!

Voting is Now Open in the 15th Annual Plutus Award

Voting is Now Open in the 15th Annual Plutus Awards!Your nominations for top content creators are in. Now the public votes. Who will be the next Content Creators of the Year?

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The Plutus Awards nominations continue! Help us ce

The Plutus Awards nominations continue! Help us celebrate excellence in indie financial content (newsletters, blogs, videos, and podcasts) online!Content Creator of the Year (separate awards for written, audio, and video)Best Financial Advisor ContentPlutus Storyteller Award (new!)Best Personal Finance Content for Underserved CommunitiesBest Platform for Stock TradingComment here, tag your faves! Don't forget to officially nominate yourself or your favorites by visiting our links.

Nominations are open for the Plutus Awards, but on

Nominations are open for the Plutus Awards, but only for a limited time! The Awards celebrate excellence in independent financial content, as well as products and services.Best Freelancer or Contributor for Personal FinanceBest Financial Wellness or Mental Health ContentBest Current Events Coverage Related to Personal FinanceBest Frugal Travel or Travel Hacking ContentBlogs, newsletters, podcasts, video channels, and all forms of online content are eligible.Comment, tag, and submit a nomination -- or enter your own content for this year's Plutus Awards. Nomination link in bio.

The Plutus Awards nomination season is here! Who a

The Plutus Awards nomination season is here! Who are the best indie money content creators from around the world? The Plutus Awards recognize excellence in financial content, products, and services.Tag your favorites!Best Financial Independence/Retire Early Content (podcasts, blogs, newsletters, video channels)Best New Personal Finance BookBest Personal Finance Content for WomenPodcast of the YearAnd we want to know your favorite products, too! What's this year's Best Cash Back Credit Card?Comment, tag, and submit a nomination -- or enter your own content for this year's Plutus Awards. Nomination link in bio.

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