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Household Wealth Grew This Year — Why Doesn’t It Feel Like It?
Anna Baluch

August 24, 2025

Reports say household wealth grew this year, so why doesn't it feel like it for…

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Should You Change Health Insurance?
Kailey Hagen

August 24, 2025

There are some good reasons to change health insurance plans. Explore…

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Ways to Save Money During the Pandemic That We Didn’t Expect
Anna Baluch

August 23, 2025

Looking for ways to save money during the coronavirus pandemic? Our team members found some…

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Best Apps to Pay Off Credit Card Debt
Brittney Myers

August 23, 2025

Check out our 10 best debt payoff apps to manage your budget and get rid of your credit card debt for good.

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Changes in Eviction Protection: Update
Sara Korn

August 23, 2025

The CDC extended eviction protection through the end of 2020 to all U.S. renters who…

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Open Enrollment 2021: Does Open Enrollment Matter More this Year?
Steve Tanner

August 23, 2025

It's almost time for open enrollment 2021. What is open enrollment? It's a limited time…

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Women Hit Harder by Recession, Loss of Childcare: How We’re Coping
Anna Baluch

August 23, 2025

How are you coping with work from home, school from home, and the pandemic "she-cession"?…

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

August 23, 2025

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

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Back-to-School Budget 2025: How to Save Money This Year
Maurie Backman

August 23, 2025

Buying back-to-school supplies in 2025 doesn't have to mean busting your budget. Read on for money-saving tips.

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Would a Payroll Tax Cut Help You?
Justine Nelson

August 23, 2025

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

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Best and Worst States for Coronavirus Unemployment Benefits
Sara Korn

August 23, 2025

Where does your state rank when it comes to unemployment benefits? Learn which states pay…

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

August 23, 2025

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

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Is a Balance Transfer Card Harder to Get Right Now?
Lyle Daly

August 23, 2025

Due to the coronavirus financial crisis, lenders are making it harder to get a balance…

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Is Student Loan Debt Forgiveness Coming?
Kimberly Rotter

August 23, 2025

While President-elect Biden has expressed strong support for student debt forgiveness, there are still a…

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

August 23, 2025

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

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Access to Credit: Small Business Loans
Steve Tanner

August 23, 2025

Business loan discrimination is a problem in the United States, due to the generational racial…

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3 Money Management Mistakes to Avoid in 2021
Anna Baluch

August 23, 2025

Ready for a better financial situation in 2021? Here are our top three money management…

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The Credit Card Sign-Up Bonus: Worth It?
Cole Tretheway

August 23, 2025

Free money, or a way to lure you deeper into debt? Here is what you…

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

August 23, 2025

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

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How Much Can You Borrow With a Home Equity Loan?
Kailey Hagen

August 23, 2025

How much equity you can borrow from your home depends on its value, your mortgage…

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5 Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
Cole Tretheway

August 23, 2025

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

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How to Clear a Negative Balance in Your Bank Account: Step-by-Step Guide
Ashley Maready

August 23, 2025

If your bank account is in the negative, it can cost you money. Find out how to clear a negative bank balance here.

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Can I Still Use My Credit Card After Debt Settlement?
Ben Gran

August 23, 2025

Debt settlement doesn’t mean you’ll never use credit cards again. We’ll walk you through the process to rebuild.

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Credit Card Counseling Pros and Cons: A Complete Analysis for 2025
Brittney Myers

August 23, 2025

Credit counselors can help a lot, but they have their limits. Learn the credit counseling pros and cons in our guide.

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What You Should Know About Access to Student Loans
Steve Tanner

August 22, 2025

Beyond loan discrimination, student loan debt can have a disproportionately negative impact on minorities, but…

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Will Your Job Come Back After COVID? What to Do if it Doesn’t
Anna Baluch

August 22, 2025

With record unemployment, we are all wondering if our jobs will come back after COVID.…

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