Advantage Advisor
Monthly Newsletter
March / 2018
March Newsletter
Spring is almost here! With this season comes a new hope, new life, rejuvenation, and everything feels renewed. Many people start the seemingly never-ending process of “Spring Cleaning” their homes, but what about their personal finances?

It's also an ideal time to consider getting organized, simplifying your budgeting and savings process, and setting yourself up for financial success. We're going to share with you some tips and tricks to help you “Spring Clean” your finances!

Click below for more information:
In This Issue:


Spring Clean Your Finances
Truth: Credit Counseling
Tax Season Fraud & Theft
College Students & Debt
Clients Speak Out
Company News & Events
The Advantage Challenge
RECENT BLOG POSTS - 
The Truth About Debt And Credit Counseling
If you were to write a story or song about your financial status would it leave people reaching for a box of tissues? If so, you’re not alone. Many people across America have found themselves struggling with credit card debt. Part of the problem is the ease at which someone can.... Read more
Founded by the Federal Trade Commission, Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week sets aside 5 days to encourage and educate taxpayers to protect their tax and personal identification information. As reports show, there was a staggering 400% increase in tax-related phishing attacks during the ....  Read more
Tax Season Fraud and Identity Theft
Debt Management for College Students
When you are a student in college the last thing on your mind is saving money, debt management, the wise use of credit, and pretty much anything having to do with budgeting or finances. But college can actually create a financial future full of debt and doubt if you aren’t careful. You will ....   Read more
CLIENTS SPEAK OUT - 
" I could have never imagined being debt free without the help of Advantage Credit Counseling. Everyone should know about this service. I was able to pay off a mountain of debt in under the five year plan that was set for me. This has been one of my greatest accomplishments - in addition to not using a credit card for over three years now! Thank you ! "  ~  Shanna S .
" Payments were deducted from my checking account and bills were paid to the creditors on time. Representatives were very easy to work with and available to answer any questions that I had. Thank you so much! "  ~ Josephine B.
" Your organization helped me to have a large portion of my debt paid by reducing interest rates or having them removed altogether. I’m excited that I will be almost completely debt free by May of this year except for one account which should be paid off by the fall. Thank you. "  ~ Krista G .
COMPANY NEWS & EVENTS - 
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Personal Financial Management 101 Class

• Learn budgeting skills and money management techniques
• Receive tips on how to track expenses and increase savings
• Get info on how to read your credit report and understand it
• Learn what determines your credit score and what affects it

When: Thursday, March 1st 2018
Where: St. Joseph’s Parish in O’Hara Township in the St. John Paul II Hall located at 
342 Dorseyville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: FREE
ADVANTAGE CHALLENGE - 
Are you up for the Advantage Challenge?

Advantage CCS challenges you...to see what you can do to conserve water in your home.

Conserving water does not involve much of a sacrifice and it's a great way to save money . Even if you get your water from a well, reducing water use also cuts down on other utility bills. In addition to saving money, you’re also going green and helping the environment !

We would love to hear how you've been conserving water in your home and how much money you've been able to save. Send an email to   info@advantageccs.org . We're looking forward to hearing from you!