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Monthly Newsletter: January - 2024

Happy New Year From Advantage Credit Counseling Service!

We recently had a makeover to our monthly newsletter so that it's more mobile-friendly and more aesthetically pleasing to the eyes. We've also tried to include some more service-related information and make it easier to find and access exactly what you're looking for. We hope you like the new updated look of our agency newsletter. We're excited about what this new year will bring! Wishing you the best year ever!

In This Issue

1. Understanding The Role Of Interest Rates In Debt Management Programs

2. A Guide To Improving Your Personal Finances In 2024

3. Make Budgeting Your New Year’s Resolution

4. Clients Speak Out (Reviews)

5. Company News & Events

Recent Blog Posts

Understanding The Role Of Interest Rates In Debt Management Programs:

In this blog post, we’ll delve into the role of interest rates in debt management, explore how different rates impact your repayment strategy, and discuss when it might be beneficial to consider a debt management program.

A Guide To Improving Your Personal Finances In 2024:

As we step into a new year, it’s an opportune time to assess your financial health and set goals for a more secure future. If you’re looking to make positive strides in your personal finances in 2024, contacting a non-profit credit counseling agency can be a valuable step.

Make Budgeting Your New Year’s Resolution:

While the typical resolutions often revolve around health and fitness, consider making a financial resolution for 2024. This year, let’s prioritize our financial well-being by embracing the transformative power of budgeting.

Get A Free Debt Analysis

Get a free analysis of your debt, a budget breakdown, and a personalized 20+ page Action Plan for becoming debt free.

Money Saving Tips

The Cash-Only Challenge:

Try using cash only for the entire month of January. Don't use any debit cards or credit cards. It makes you more aware of your spending and can help you stick to your budget. Give it a try!

Clients Speak Out

“The payments were always made on time! Very helpful staff! They were always willing to do what they needed to solve any issues Thank you so much!”

Hope I.

“You are very supportive and easy to work with - always answered the phone and answered all questions easily. Thanks!”

Janet F.

“I was able to pay it all off a lot quicker. Thank you.”

Ricky W.

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Shining A Light On Our Best Assets

Employee Spotlight

Lauralynn Mangis

Lauralynn is the Online Marketing Specialist for AdvantageCCS. She is married and has two young daughters. She enjoys writing, reading, hiking, cooking, video games, sewing, and gardening. Lauralynn has a degree in Multimedia Technologies from Pittsburgh Technical College.

Service Spotlight

Housing Counseling

We can help you achieve your dream of buying or keeping your home with one of our three Housing Counseling Services: Pre-Purchase Counseling, Foreclosure Prevention, & Reverse Mortgage Counseling.

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Company News & Events

AdvantageCCS, in partnership with Neighborhood Allies and Allegheny County, is excited to announce the creation of the Allegheny County Financial Empowerment Center.

The Financial Empowerment Center is a program of the Cities for Financial Empowerment that provides one-on-one counseling to individuals. FEC clients work on establishing safe banking relationships, increasing savings, decreasing debt, and improving their credit scores. Residents of Allegheny County can make an appointment with a certified financial counselor by calling 1-800-298-0937.

Email: info@advantageccs.org

Phone: (866) 699-2227

Fax: (412) 390-1336

Disclaimer: The information provided is for informational purposes only. The materials are general in nature, and are not offered as advice or guarantee, and should not be relied upon without advice from an attorney or a financial advisor. Reading the information does not constitute a legal contract, consulting, or any other relationship with Advantage Credit Counseling Service.