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Student loan forbearance differs for federal and private loans. Here’s how both can affect your credit score.

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

While unemployment doesn't directly hurt your credit, the fallout from it could. Here’s how to protect yourself.

Don’t buy into the 20% down payment myth. There are other options, and some may be right for you.

How do you prepare for a recession when you already struggle financially? Even in tough…

You might be surprised at how quickly your credit score could jump. Here are a few moves that could get you big points fast.

Food costs are up. Here’s how to budget for groceries at a time when prices are spiking.

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...

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

Want to save big money on rent? Moving in with Mom and Dad could help. But here’s the right way to do it.

Losing a job could throw your spouse and finances for a loop. Here’s how to cope.

Laid-off workers get taxed on severance pay, adding insult to injury after a job loss. Here’s how it might impact you.

Who can access your credit report? Lenders, employers, landlords…and more. Learn how to protect your privacy and rights.

If you have five minutes a week, you can likely cut your grocery bill with couponing. Here's how to get started.

Furlough, layoff, and termination may sound the same, but the differences are key. Here’s what they mean.

Building an emergency fund is one of the best decisions you'll ever make for your finances.

If your bank account is in the negative, it can cost you money. Find out how to clear a negative bank balance here.

Want to stop overspending? Learn how to create a bare-bones budget.

Building your financial literacy can improve your life in countless ways.

Even if your bank account is frozen, there are steps you could take to unlock it and get back on track with your money.

Settling a lawsuit can be a major financial victory. Here’s when it may also involve paying taxes.

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

Overspending could be your brain chasing rewards. Learn how to retrain it to spend smarter.

Secured credit cards and prepaid debit cards serve different purposes. Learn the differences.

A perfect credit score of 850 makes every aspect of your financial life easier. Here's how to get there.

While very rare, the lowest possible credit score is 300. However, any credit score under 500 is low and under 580 is sub-prime.