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Sara Korn

Sara Korn is a freelance writer who enjoys guiding people to helpful solutions and new and better ways of reaching their goals. She loves stories both on screen and on the page, and is passionate about learning, growing, and teaching.

What Is the Community Reinvestment Act?
What Is the Community Reinvestment Act?

October 12, 2020

What is the CRA? What role does it play in social justice and how does…

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Changes in Eviction Protection: Update
Changes in Eviction Protection: Update

September 11, 2020

The CDC extended eviction protection through the end of 2020 to all U.S. renters who…

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In a Strong Market, Here are Smart Ways to Increase Your Home Value
In a Strong Market, Here are Smart Ways to Increase Your Home Value

September 4, 2020

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

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How Does Student Loan Forbearance Affect Your Credit Score?
How Does Student Loan Forbearance Affect Your Credit Score?

August 27, 2020

Your credit score may have gone up due to federal student loan deferment. Learn how…

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Best and Worst States for Coronavirus Unemployment Benefits

August 6, 2020

Where does your state rank when it comes to unemployment benefits? Learn which states pay…

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7 Ways to Save Money This Summer and Still Have Fun
7 Ways to Save Money This Summer and Still Have Fun

June 30, 2020

The enjoy familiar summer activities is stronger than ever. Explore some ways you can save…

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How Depression Might Affect Spending and Debt
How Depression Might Affect Spending and Debt

June 22, 2020

Depression can make it harder to do even simple financial tasks. Here are some tips…

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

May 22, 2020

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

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How to Find the Coronavirus Assistance You Can Get from Your State

May 14, 2020

Now, when many people have financial hardships due to the coronavirus, there is help available.…

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Is a Balance Transfer Card Harder to Get Right Now?
Is a Balance Transfer Card Harder to Get Right Now?

July 17, 2020

Due to the coronavirus financial crisis, lenders are making it harder to get a balance…

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