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3 steps to decking the halls without wrecking your budget
By Maria Chen
As interest rates climb, your credit card debt becomes a silent wealth tax
Maria Chen
Maria Chen
Reporter · Decatur, IL
With a degree in Community Development from the University of Illinois, Maria has dedicated her 4 years of reporting to local grassroots movements and community engagement. Previously at the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette, she brings a deep knowledge of local cultures and neighborhoods.
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BHG Financial reports that rising credit card APRs, now averaging 22%, act like a “wealth tax,” redirecting funds that could otherwise save or invest.
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