Articles by Valerie Ashton

Valerie Ashton is a commercial pilot, California Real Estate Broker and writer. A life-long California resident, Valerie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from San Diego State University and attended Thomas Jefferson School of Law.

Common Reasons Banks Reject Your Application to Open a Savings Account
Valerie Ashton
Valerie Ashton
Common Reasons Banks Reject Your Application to Open a Savings Account
Find out why you could have been rejected for a savings account....
How Parents Can Save Money for Their Children’s College Education
These are all the different accounts and options available to parents who want to focus on savings money for their children's future college education.
What Happens to Student Checking Accounts After Graduation?
Learn what happens to your student checking account after you've graduated and you're no longer considered a college student.
Bring Crisp, Clean U.S. Dollar Bills When You Travel to These Countries
Valerie Ashton
Valerie Ashton
Bring Crisp, Clean U.S. Dollar Bills When You Travel to These Countries
Find out which countries around the world will demand crisp, clean U.S....
Can You Open a Bank Account Without Parents Knowing?
Valerie Ashton
Valerie Ashton
Can You Open a Bank Account Without Parents Knowing?
Find out how you can open a secret bank account without your...
What to Do When the ATM Eats Your Check After an Unsuccessful Deposit
Find out what steps you should take right after an ATM steals your check after it couldn't complete the deposit successfully.
How to Protect Yourself Against Down Payment Wire Fraud
Learn about one of the biggest scams that target home buyers who are about to close on their purchase: down payment wire fraud.
How to Find an Old 401k Account from a Previous Employer
Valerie Ashton
Valerie Ashton
How to Find an Old 401k Account from a Previous Employer
If you've lost track of an old 401(k) retirement account that you...
Should Freelancers Get a Business Credit Card?
Valerie Ashton
Valerie Ashton
Should Freelancers Get a Business Credit Card?
Find out whether it is a smart financial move for freelancers to...
Is It Better to Settle Credit Card Debt or Repay the Full Amount?
When offered to settle your credit card debt, compared it to repaying the balance in full -- considering the effect on your credit score.

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