Allie Johnson

Allie Johnson is an award-winning freelance writer and regular contributor to CreditCardGuide.com. She tracks down practical money advice consumers can use on topics like saving, finding deals, getting rid of debt and using debit and credit cards wisely. She has a journalism degree from Ohio University's E.W. Scripps School of Journalism, and her work has appeared in a variety of magazines, newspapers and websites.

Allie Johnson's articles at CreditCardGuide.com

Student Debt? How to Keep your Credit Healthy

What do large balances and deferred loans mean for credit scores? Here are nine tips on repaying your student loans, or deferring payments if necessary, while building and maintaining good credit

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Debit Cards Doubling as Student IDs: A Trap?

In addition to an education, a dorm room and a meal plan, your school might try to sell you a prepaid or debit card that, in some cases, doubles as a student ID. Here’s what to know before signing up

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Experts Sound Off On Money and Dating

We asked money and relationship experts about how to spot financial red flags when dating — and when to introduce the topic of money into a budding romance

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Picking the Right Credit Card for Your Business

If you’ve dreamed of starting your own business, or you already own a small company, you’ve probably faced this credit card dilemma: business or personal?

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How to Take the Bite Out of Big Vet Bills

It’s a situation no pet owner wants to face: a vet telling you your beloved pet needs care that will cost more than rent. But financially savvy pet owners need to be prepared for that possibility

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Allie Johnson

Allie Johnson's articles at CreditCardGuide.com

Student Debt? How to Keep your Credit Healthy

Debit Cards Doubling as Student IDs: A Trap?

Experts Sound Off On Money and Dating

Picking the Right Credit Card for Your Business

How to Take the Bite Out of Big Vet Bills