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.

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 Photo of Valerie Ashton Valerie Ashton Bring Crisp, Clean U.S. Dollar Bills When You Travel to These Countries Many countries, particularly in South America, East Africa, and Asia, require U.S.... Can You Open a Bank Account Without Parents Knowing? Photo of Valerie Ashton Valerie Ashton Can You Open a Bank Account Without Parents Knowing? Adults 18 or older can easily open a bank account independently, but should consider... 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 Photo of Valerie Ashton Valerie Ashton How to Find an Old 401k Account from a Previous Employer If at one point, you quit a job, got fired, or were let go due to your company... Should Freelancers Get a Business Credit Card? Photo of Valerie Ashton Valerie Ashton Should Freelancers Get a Business Credit Card? Many people believe that having multiple streams of income is more beneficial and... 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. Why Were You Denied a Savings Account? Find out why you could have been rejected for a savings account. Learn about ChexSystems and how banks use it when you submit an application. What Are Market-Linked CDs? Photo of Valerie Ashton Valerie Ashton What Are Market-Linked CDs? A certificate of deposit (CD) can be one of the best low-risk savings vehicles...