Personal Finance Articles

Should Your Company Reimburse Work-From-Home Expenses?
Ashley Maready

April 26, 2025

If you’re working remotely and wondering if your company is required to reimburse you for…

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What to Do When Your Spouse Loses Their Job
Anna Baluch

April 25, 2025

Wondering what to do when your spouse loses their job? These tips can help you…

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What You Should Know About Credit Discrimination
Molly Zilli

April 25, 2025

At Freedom Debt Relief, we know that discrimination within the financial industry exists. Learn more…

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Is Your Financial Stress at an All Time High?
Anna Baluch

April 25, 2025

Even if your financial stress is at an all time high, there are ways to…

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Denied a Credit Card? Here’s What to Do Next
Cole Tretheway

April 25, 2025

If you were denied a credit card, the card issuer must tell you the reason. Get on track to improve your credit score. Learn more from our expert

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What Is Household Wealth?
Richard Barrington

April 25, 2025

What is household wealth, how is household wealth calculated, household net worth equals your assets minus liabilities

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Ways To Save More Money
Charla Myers

April 25, 2025

If you're struggling to get a handle on your household budget, keep in mind that there are always ways to save more money. Read our savings ideas here.

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3 Things You Might Need More Than a Stimulus Check
Anna Baluch

April 25, 2025

A second round of stimulus checks would be helpful but they aren’t the key to…

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More Americans Than Ever Had a Bank Account – Last Year
Anna Baluch

April 25, 2025

2019 was a year with a record low unbanked rate, but the pandemic changed this…

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How to Create an Emergency Fund by Snacking and Watching Movies
Kailey Hagen

April 25, 2025

Sitting on the couch a lot these days? Did you know you could start an…

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10 Ways to Clean Up Your Finances
Ann Condron

April 25, 2025

Start the year off right with our 10 favorite money tips, from maxing out your…

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What’s a Good Debt-to-Income Ratio?
John Russo

April 25, 2025

Debt-to-income ratio tells you what percent of your monthly income goes towards paying debt. Learn how to calculate your DTI and why it's important.

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Food Prices Spike: How to Update Your Grocery Budget
Maurie Backman

April 25, 2025

Learn how to adjust your food budget to adapt to rising grocery prices and avoid…

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Americans Spending Stimulus Check on Bills, Debt
Sara Korn

April 25, 2025

Americans are using stimulus checks on bills, essentials, savings, and paying down debt. But using…

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Debt Stress is a Drain on Job Performance. Here’s What Employers Can Do About It
Christy Bieber

April 25, 2025

Workers who struggle with managing debt face challenges that often spill over into the workplace. Employers can address this growing problem by embracing financial wellness benefits that improve employees’ productivity, retention...

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Will COVID-19 Stimulus and Benefits be Extended? 5 Things to Know
Anna Baluch

April 25, 2025

The extra $600 per week in federal unemployment benefits may be coming to an end…

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Does Eviction Protection Still Apply to You?
Anna Baluch

April 25, 2025

Has the coronavirus pandemic made it difficult for you to pay rent? If so, find…

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Five Apps to Help Save for Retirement
Jessica Thiefels

April 25, 2025

If you're unsure of where to begin planning for your financial future, there are many…

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How to Improve Your Financial Health
John Russo

April 25, 2025

Your financial health is just as important as your physical health. Read these simple tips…

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Who Really Pays for COBRA?
Anna Baluch

April 25, 2025

COBRA can help you get temporary health insurance after you’ve lost your job. But who…

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Financial House Cleaning: How to Organize Your Finances in 2025
Maurie Backman

April 25, 2025

Just like a messy home, messy finances can be stressful and overwhelming. Here are a few ways you can organize your financial house and start 2025 right.

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How to Save Money on Vacation
John Russo

April 24, 2025

Find out how to save money on your next summer vacation by setting up a vacation budget, finding fun free events, and more.

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7 Ways to Save More for Retirement, Starting Now
Justine Nelson

April 24, 2025

Building a retirement nest egg starts with an effective retirement savings plan. Here are seven…

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Are Lawsuit Settlements Taxable?
Erik J. Martin

April 24, 2025

How are lawsuit settlements taxed. Can you avoid taxes on lawsuit settlements?

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7 Budget Basics Your Teenager Should Know
Cole Tretheway

April 24, 2025

It is never too early to teach money skills. Learn seven essentials of using a…

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4 Money Management Mistakes to Avoid in 2025
Lyle Daly

April 24, 2025

Ready for a better financial situation 2025? Here are our top four money management mistakes to avoid this year.

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