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Should You Start a 529 Plan?
Justine Nelson

April 15, 2025

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

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

April 15, 2025

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

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Back-to-School Budget 2020: How to Save Money This Year
Anna Baluch

April 15, 2025

No matter how your children will be returning to school in 2020, there are ways…

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Would a Payroll Tax Cut Help You?
Justine Nelson

April 15, 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

April 15, 2025

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

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What’s Your Financial Next Normal?
Anna Baluch

April 15, 2025

Thanks to the pandemic, we are all adjusting to a new normal. But what's next?…

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

April 15, 2025

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

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

April 15, 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

April 15, 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

April 14, 2025

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

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

April 14, 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

April 14, 2025

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

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

April 14, 2025

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

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5 Smart Ways to Spend Your 2020 Tax Refund
Justine Nelson

April 14, 2025

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

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What You Should Know About Access to Student Loans
Steve Tanner

April 14, 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

April 14, 2025

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

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7 Ways to Save Money This Summer and Still Have Fun
Sara Korn

April 14, 2025

The enjoy familiar summer activities is stronger than ever. Explore some ways you can save…

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What You Should Know About Mortgage Discrimination
Steve Tanner

April 14, 2025

Learn more about buying a home, a very important step toward building wealth, and the…

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How Depression Might Affect Spending and Debt
Sara Korn

April 14, 2025

Depression can make it harder to do even simple financial tasks. Here are some tips…

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Should You Borrow Money from Friends and Family in Hard Times?
Justine Nelson

April 14, 2025

Borrowing money from friends and family can be tricky, but doable if you and your…

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Money Tips for Recent College Grads: Inflation Edition
Maurie Backman

April 14, 2025

Are you a 2025 college grad hoping to thrive in the midst of inflation?…

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Can You Get An Emergency Loan With Bad Credit?
Brittney Myers

April 14, 2025

If you need cash fast, an emergency loan is one solution and you can qualify even with bad credit. Learn about your options.

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3 Unexpected Costs of Raising a Kid
Lyle Daly

April 14, 2025

Many soon-to-be parents are curious about the costs of raising a kid or two, or…

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How Does Debt Consolidation Work?
Richard Barrington

April 14, 2025

Learn how debt consolidation works and if it's the right debt solution for you.

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Financial Advice to Ignore During a Recession
Anna Baluch

April 13, 2025

It will come as no surprise to know that not all financial advice is good…

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Financial Goals to Prioritize During COVID-19
Anna Baluch

April 13, 2025

Find out which financial goals are important to prioritize during the coronavirus pandemic so you…

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