Personal Finance Articles

A disproportionate number of African Americans are underbanked or unbanked, which can diminish their access…

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

Not so long ago, cash was the preferred method of payment for daily purchases, but times have certainly changed. As consumer shopping behaviors have evolved (think Amazon and online shopping) so has our relationship with credit cards and debt. Credit can cloud our view of spending, making it easy to forget how much we haveRead more Why Financial Literacy Is Not Just a Buzz Term

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.

A survey from Freedom Debt Relief suggests that women tend to feel worse about debt…

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

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

Do the ups and downs of your utility bills make it hard to stick to…

Learn how to prevent abrupt financial emergencies from turning into a long-term financial problem.

There are four tactics for protecting deposits from creditors.

If you’re suffering from financial phobia, you’re not alone. Learn more about this fear, how…

It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of wedding planning and spend more…

Find out how a budget could help you save more money—even if you hate math. We have 5 easy ways to keep you on track with minimal math.

The L. William Seidman Research Institute at ASU found that Freedom Debt Relief clients are…

Credit utilization ratio is a key factor in credit scores, so lowering that ratio could help you improve your credit score. Here’s how to get started.

Personal financial planning means determining your current financial position, setting your goals and creating a strategy to achieve your goal.

Don’t let the year pass you by without checking these eight things. It will help you stay on top of your financial goals!

Raising financially responsible kids is the goal of many parents. Learn three expert tips on…

If you're in the market for a new home and looking to take out a…

Freedom Debt Relief surveyed over 2,000 how they were planning to use their tax refund,…

We surveyed more than 2,000 Americans on their financial situation and learned that 54% of…

Find out how 2018 tax changes in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will affect…

Many people want to get financially healthy this year. If you're wondering how to improve…

Your vote bridges democracy and your personal finances. From taxes, to healthcare, to unemployment, here’s…

As open enrollment begins, you may want to consider enrolling in an HSA, which is…

Everyone needs basic money management skills. They can help you save money and stay out of debt.