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Meet Tatyana from the FP&A Team

Every unique and talented Avantee is a co-creator of the Avant culture we love. We hope the @Avant series helps you get to know who we are, how we do what we do, and what it looks like to build your career at Avant. Tatyana D’Ascenzi Senior Manager on the Financial Planning and Analysis team Joined Avant in 2021 What’s it like to work @Avant? We asked Tatyana for her take on our culture, and here’s what she said: 1.

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8 Ways to Keep Pet Care Expenses Under Control

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34 Creative Ways to Entertain on a Budget

Some of these ideas might sound a little “out there”. But that’s the point! Creativity is the basis for some of the best cheap and free entertainment. Just think of all the things you did as a kid, or the

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How to Get Through the Tough Financial Times

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6 Reasons Why Avoiding Credit Is Costing You

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Can Poor Credit Affect My Job Search?

You spend hours perfecting your resume and cover letter for your dream job. The interview goes smoothly and the employer wants to offer you the position. But there’s one more hurdle to pass: the background check, which includes a credit

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