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You probably aren't going to be able to live on a bare-bones budget for long. Try these options instead.

39% of people we surveyed stated their college education wasn’t worth the cost, so we asked financial experts to weigh in on how to deal with student debt

One of the best ways to improve your overall financial health, is to improve your credit score. Here are 5 tips on how to do just that.

Choosing a health insurance plan can be tricky. Get started by learning about these 13 health insurance terms to help educate yourself.

If you're about to put your home on the market, then you'll want to check out these low cost and relatively simple ways to increase home value on a budget.

Some—but not all—creditors may settle your debt if you negotiate well. Here’s how to pull it off.

From federal forgiveness programs to debt settlement, see what you can do to wipe out your student loan debt.

Poor credit loans are available to many borrowers who have low credit scores, but they carry their share of downsides and should be carefully researched.

For many of us, our introduction to financial health and planning came from our dad…

Whether money’s tight or you’re trying to get out of debt faster, you’re probably wondering how to reduce expenses and save money. Here are some tips.

Help yourself get out of debt fast with these changes to lifestyle and good money management.

Falling behind on rent isn't a one-way ticket to eviction. Know your rights, and learn your options.

Learn exactly how to start an emergency fund, where to keep it, and how to keep it going.

Wondering how to not stress about money? Check out these four tips for dealing with and overcoming the financial stress in your life.

Your credit score can vary depending on the time and source. Here's why they're different and which scores matter.

Payday loan consolidation may be a way to replace expensive payday loans with less expensive forms of credit. Learn more here.

New college grads face financial challenges. But with these tips, you can stay on-track for financial success.

Need health insurance coverage or want to change your current plan? Learn how open enrollment impacts your options.

When it comes to dealing with a debt collector, you have options. Here's what you can expect and the steps you can take.

Tax returns are often complicated. Learn about some common mistakes—and how to avoid them.

Credit utilization can be a vital indicator of your credit health. Here's how to use it for a mid-year credit check-up.

Credit repair could improve your score by cleaning up mistakes on your credit report, but know the scams and surprise costs to look out for.

How to consolidate debt if you have bad credit. Bad credit debt consolidation loans can help you lower your payments and your interest rate.

Washington, D.C. residents have an average of $103,600 in debt, well above the U.S. average. Learn more in this look at D.C.’s recent debt trends.

A charge-off means a creditor has given up on trying to collect, but it doesn't make the debt go away. Cancellation of debt could, however, reduce what you owe.

It could still be possible to negotiate debts after you've been sued. Here’s how to go for settlement even when there’s a suit.