Personal Finance Articles

Beyond Coupons: How to Save Money Shopping
Maurie Backman

January 4, 2026

Want to save money shopping? Check out these creative ways…

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Smart Ways to Increase Your Home Value
Ashley Maready

January 4, 2026

If you’re doing renovations to increase your home’s value, use rewards cards or smart financing…

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Is Marriage Good for Your Financial Health?
Ben Gran

January 4, 2026

Marriage is about a strong relationship, but can it be about strong finances too? Learn…

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The Best Ways to Cope With a Financial Emergency
Maurie Backman

January 4, 2026

Life can throw unwanted financial surprises your way. Here’s how to handle them.

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Who Really Pays for COBRA?
Ben Gran

January 3, 2026

Changing jobs? You might get COBRA health insurance. But it can be costly. Learn more about who pays for COBRA coverage.

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7 Crucial Facts Women Should Know About Money and Debt
Ashley Maready

January 3, 2026

The “battle of the sexes” is reflected in money management in ways you might not expect. Learn more here.

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Make Money for Your Holiday Budget Now with Work-from-Home Gigs
Ben Gran

January 3, 2026

Want to have a richer holiday season without debt? Easy work-from-home gigs could earn you money for the holidays.

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Financial Advice to Ignore During a Recession
Cole Tretheway

January 3, 2026

How to get through a scary financial time: ignore the bad advice and protect your money. We’ll show you how.

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7 Ways to Save Money on Healthcare
Kailey Hagen

January 3, 2026

Healthcare bills aren't set in stone. Here are seven ways you could reduce your healthcare costs.

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Ready to Teach Money Skills at Home?
Dana George

January 3, 2026

Their first teacher is you. Make sure your kids are learning what they need to know about money.

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6 Unexpected Costs of Raising a Kid
Lyle Daly

January 3, 2026

Parenthood has lots of surprises—some fun, some not so much. Here are the unexpected costs to watch out for.

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How to Save $1,000 a Month: These Money Moves Add Up
Natasha Etzel

January 3, 2026

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, start small. Here are a few tips to save as much as $1,000 a month.

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How to Create an Emergency Fund
Kailey Hagen

January 2, 2026

Your emergency fund is one of the most important financial tools you can have. Here's how to build one.

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6 Black Friday Tips to Get the Best Deals
Lyle Daly

January 2, 2026

Everyone wants the best deals leading up to the holidays. Check out these 6 Black…

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Seven Easy Ways to Start Saving for Christmas
Ashley Maready

January 2, 2026

Saving for Christmas or the whole holiday season doesn't have to be a stressful endeavor…

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5 Ways to Take an Affordable Family Vacation This Summer
Maurie Backman

January 2, 2026

How to take a family vacation without going into debt. Budget vacation options.

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10 Home-Buying Mistakes to Avoid
Ben Gran

January 2, 2026

Buying a home? Don’t make these costly home-buying mistakes. Here are our tips for acing the home-buying process.

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The 3 Most Unexpected Costs of Owning a Home
Ben Gran

January 2, 2026

We asked over 1,000 homeowners to tell us about the three most unexpected costs of…

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