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Justine Nelson

Justine Nelson is the founder of Debt Free Millennials, an online community to help millennials eliminate debt and live a debt free lifestyle. As a freelance writer and YouTuber, Justine enjoys creating upbeat and educational personal finance content. This Midwest millennial paid off $35k in student loan debt and now resides in San Diego with her husband.

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

November 16, 2020

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

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5 Ways to Improve Your Financial Literacy
5 Ways to Improve Your Financial Literacy

November 10, 2020

If you have made it a goal to learn more about personal finance, then you…

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

June 17, 2020

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

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Can You Keep Your Unemployment Benefits if You Refuse to Return to Work?
Can You Keep Your Unemployment Benefits if You Refuse to Return to Work?

June 3, 2020

What happens to your unemployment benefits if you refuse to return to work? Here’s what…

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What is an Economic Injury Disaster Loan?
What is an Economic Injury Disaster Loan?

June 26, 2020

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

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

July 14, 2020

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
5 Smart Ways to Spend Your 2020 Tax Refund

July 6, 2020

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

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If You Have Lost Medical Insurance, You’re Not Alone
If You Have Lost Medical Insurance, You’re Not Alone

June 10, 2022

During the coronavirus pandemic, more than one in seven adults have become uninsured. So if…

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