News & Press Releases

How to Avoid Mortgage Refinance Scams

July 21, 2023 – By Holly Johnson The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says Americans lost nearly $8.8 billion in 2022 to various schemes, including imposter scams, investment-related scams and fake business and job opportunities. And that figure doesn’t even encompass all the fraud that occurred — only ... Read More »

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5 Affordable Destinations for Labor Day

July 17, 2023 – By Elaine Glusac As the unofficial end of summer, Labor Day warrants a salute to vacation season and all its breezy, bonding glory. Though many Americans will travel, most experts say it won’t be as crowded as peak summer holidays. “People start getting ... Read More »

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Here’s How To Build a 6-Month Emergency Fund

July 7, 2023 – By Nicole Spector We may be a country sorely lacking in financial literacy, but we all have one core principle ingrained in us: We must have an emergency savings fund. In theory, it sounds pretty simple: You make a certain amount of income and ... Read More »

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American Consumer Credit Counseling (ACCC) unveils its groundbreaking CreditU mobile app, inviting consumers to join the highly coveted pre-order waiting list before its nationwide launch in late October

Boston, MA – June 9, 2023 Powered by American Consumer Credit Counseling, Inc, CreditU, an unparalleled one-stop-shop for all financial needs, revolutionizes the landscape of personal finance with its state-of-the-art AI technology and human expertise integration. Empowering users with effortless financial management, the app provides instant ... Read More »

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4 Most Common Financial Challenges in Retirement

May 24, 2023 – By Heather Taylor Many people dream about retirement, that next chapter of life where you can explore your dreams and enjoy a comfortable lifestyle. Living in retirement, however, often looks quite different on a day-to-day basis, as retirees are not immune to facing financial ... Read More »

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How Many Savings Accounts Should I Have?

April 17, 2023 – By Sarah Brady If you’re working toward more than one financial goal, you might be wondering, “How many savings accounts should I have?” It may be easier to manage just one, but opening a separate savings account for each financial goal can help you track, ... Read More »

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Sticker shock is more shocking than ever. With new car purchases out of reach for many, ACCC is providing strategies and alternatives for affordable motor vehicle transportation.

Boston, MA – February 17, 2023 The cost of driving in America may be at an all-time high between fuel prices, expensive maintenance, and staggeringly high sticker prices on new automobiles. American Consumer Credit Counseling, Inc (ACCC) is advising its clients and consumers nationwide on money-saving ... Read More »

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10 Ways to Get Out of Debt On Your Own

January 23, 2023 – By Aubrey Chapnik Growing up, my parents talked about debt a lot. I frequently found myself privy to discussions about how they planned to finance the needs of our family, including housing, cars, schooling for my sister and me, vacations, etc. I’ll always ... Read More »

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