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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.

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

August 12, 2020

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

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Would a Payroll Tax Cut Help You?
Would a Payroll Tax Cut Help You?

August 20, 2020

President Trump issued an executive order to cut payroll taxes for working Americans making less…

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

August 26, 2020

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

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

July 22, 2020

Many Americans have built up savings during the COVID-19 lockdown. But times are still hard.…

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

August 3, 2020

Widespread unemployment has led to more hardship as Americans struggle to save for retirement. Here’s…

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Should You Start a 529 Plan?
Should You Start a 529 Plan?

September 1, 2020

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

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Moving Back in With Mom and Dad — How to Make the Money Work
Moving Back in With Mom and Dad — How to Make the Money Work

September 21, 2020

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

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How Voting Can Affect Your Personal Finances
How Voting Can Affect Your Personal Finances

October 20, 2020

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

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Teach Your Kids How to Use a Credit Card Before College
Teach Your Kids How to Use a Credit Card Before College

September 16, 2020

Before they go to college, or maybe even before, you'll want to teach your kids…

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7 Smart Ways to Pay off Student Loans
7 Smart Ways to Pay off Student Loans

October 14, 2020

Learn how to pay off student loans in seven smart and effective ways that maximize…

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