Bill Pratt

Contributing Writer
Bill Pratt - Author, Speaker, Coach, Educator - Bill Pratt
Bill Pratt - Author, Speaker, Coach, Educator - Bill Pratt

Bill Pratt is a former credit card executive turned student-advocate. He is the author of Extra Credit: The 7 Things Every College Student Needs to Know About Credit Debt & Ca$h and The Graduate’s Guide to Life and Money. Bill speaks at colleges to educate and entertain students about real-life issues in money, leadership, and success. His goal is to help students succeed personally and financially so they can improve the lives of those around them. He also writes for YoungMoney.com. You can learn more at www.ExtraCreditBook.com or www.TheGraduatesGuide.com.

Latest Articles

Keep Debt from Destroying Your Marriage
Many experts agree that money issues are the main reason for divorce and marital conflict. Recent news of domestic violence indicate a common thread of money problems.
May 3, 2009 - Bill Pratt
Five Tips to Trim Your Budget by $300 per Month
There are many ways to reduce spending, several of which require little or no sacrifice. Finding an extra $300 in a budget is easier than many realize.
May 3, 2009 - Bill Pratt
Five Clues that Debt is Out of Control
With job losses, mandatory layoffs, and reduced salaries and bonuses, many people are feeling pinched by the debt that they hold.
May 2, 2009 - Bill Pratt
Closing Credit Cards Will Hurt Your Credit Score
Credit scoring is a very complex business. One of the elements of a strong credit score is the length of credit history.
May 2, 2009 - Bill Pratt
Are You Safe from Identity Theft?
Most people are willing to clean up their own mess after making poor choices with their money, but few want to accept having to clean up someone else's mess.
Apr 28, 2009 - Bill Pratt