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Justine Nelson

Justine Nelson is the founder of Debt Free Millennials, an online community to help millennials eliminate debt and live a debt free lifestyle. As a freelance writer and YouTuber, Justine enjoys creating upbeat and educational personal finance content. This Midwest millennial paid off $35k in student loan debt and now resides in San Diego with her husband.

What is an Economic Injury Disaster Loan?
What is an Economic Injury Disaster Loan?

June 26, 2020

An Economic Injury Disaster loan can be used to meet business obligations during a disaster.…

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5 Smart Ways to Spend Your 2020 Tax Refund
5 Smart Ways to Spend Your 2020 Tax Refund

July 6, 2020

There are so many things you can do with a tax refund, but what should…

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Talk to a Creditor About Loan Forbearance: A Step by Step Guide
Talk to a Creditor About Loan Forbearance: A Step by Step Guide

July 14, 2020

If you are considering asking your creditor for loan forbearance, here is a step-by-step guide…

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You Built an Emergency Fund During Lockdown. Time to Spend It?
You Built an Emergency Fund During Lockdown. Time to Spend It?

July 22, 2020

Many Americans have built up savings during the COVID-19 lockdown. But times are still hard.…

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We Weren’t Saving for Retirement Before, Now it’s Even Harder
We Weren’t Saving for Retirement Before, Now it’s Even Harder

August 3, 2020

Widespread unemployment has led to more hardship as Americans struggle to save for retirement. Here’s…

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If You Missed Your Stimulus Check for Dependents, You have Another Chance
If You Missed Your Stimulus Check for Dependents, You have Another Chance

August 26, 2020

The first round of stimulus checks went out to some without the $500 for their…

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Remote Learning at College: Will Your Student Loans Change?
Remote Learning at College: Will Your Student Loans Change?

August 12, 2020

Many college campuses are switching to remote learning, which could impact your semester, and your…

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Would a Payroll Tax Cut Help You?
Would a Payroll Tax Cut Help You?

August 20, 2020

President Trump issued an executive order to cut payroll taxes for working Americans making less…

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Should You Start a 529 Plan?
Should You Start a 529 Plan?

September 1, 2020

Should you start a 529 plan? A 529 plan can help you save for college…

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Moving Back in With Mom and Dad — How to Make the Money Work
Moving Back in With Mom and Dad — How to Make the Money Work

September 21, 2020

Need to move back home with mom and dad? Here are tips for both parents…

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