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Sarah Foley

  • Best Free Credit Score Apps

    The Best Free Credit Score and Credit Monitoring Apps

    Keeping track of your credit shouldn’t feel like a second job. We’ve tested the top free monitoring apps to see which ones actually give you useful insights — and which ones just try to sell you a credit card you don't need.

    By Sarah Foley
    October 31, 2025
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    Credit Karma Review: Useful Free Tools With Limitations

    Is Credit Karma a reliable financial partner or just a high-tech lead generator? This deep dive assesses the strategic value of its monitoring and simulation tools, helping you determine when to trust the data and when to look elsewhere for a more complete financial picture.

    By Sarah Foley
    January 28, 2025
  • Albert Review

    Albert App Review: Cash Advances and Savings Features

    Albert automates the boring parts of managing money: saving what you can afford, flagging overspending, fronting cash when paychecks don't line up. Premium features exist but the free tier handles most emergencies.

    By Sarah Foley
    January 28, 2025
  • SurveyMonkey Rewards Review: Surprisingly Good Pay, Limited Surveys

    While most survey sites pay pennies, this one often offers dollar-level rewards for just a few minutes of your time. We break down our earnings from a month of testing to show you exactly how long it takes to hit the $5 cash-out threshold.

    By Sarah Foley
    September 26, 2024