Personal Finance Articles

5 Ways to Improve Your Financial Literacy
Justine Nelson

April 16, 2025

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

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Boost Your Holiday Budget with Seasonal Employment from Home
Steve Tanner

April 16, 2025

There's a lot of pressure to spend money during the holidays, even if you're worried…

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What the Latest Jobs Report Could Mean for Your Finances
Sara Korn

April 16, 2025

The employment situation has improved, but it will be a long road to a full…

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Should You Change Your Financial Planning?
Sara Korn

April 16, 2025

As 2020 draws to a close, it’s time to start thinking about your long-term financial…

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More Americans Than Ever Had a Bank Account – Last Year
Anna Baluch

April 16, 2025

2019 was a year with a record low unbanked rate, but the pandemic changed this…

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Black Friday Savings and Shopping: 2020 Edition
Anna Baluch

April 16, 2025

If you’d like to take advantage of the country’s favorite day of bargains during this…

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How Voting Can Affect Your Personal Finances
Justine Nelson

April 16, 2025

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

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What Is the Community Reinvestment Act?
Sara Korn

April 16, 2025

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

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Beyond Coupons: How to Save Money Shopping
Anna Baluch

April 16, 2025

Want to save money shopping during the recession and beyond? Check out these creative ways…

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Household Wealth Grew This Year — Why Doesn’t It Feel Like It?
Anna Baluch

April 16, 2025

Reports say household wealth grew this year, so why doesn't it feel like it for…

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Open Enrollment 2021: Should You Change Health Insurance in a Pandemic?
Steve Tanner

April 16, 2025

There are some good reasons to change health insurance plans, even during a pandemic. Explore…

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Ways to Save Money During the Pandemic That We Didn’t Expect
Anna Baluch

April 16, 2025

Looking for ways to save money during the coronavirus pandemic? Our team members found some…

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Should Your Company Reimburse Work-From-Home Expenses?
Anna Baluch

April 16, 2025

If you’re working remotely and wondering if your company is required to reimburse you for…

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

April 16, 2025

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

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Open Enrollment 2021: Do You Need an HSA?
Steve Tanner

April 16, 2025

As open enrollment begins, you may want to consider enrolling in an HSA, which is…

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Do You Need to Change Your Spending Habits?
Christy Bieber

April 16, 2025

If you are facing a rough patch with your finances, maybe you need to change…

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Financial House Cleaning: How to Organize Your Finances in 2025
Maurie Backman

April 16, 2025

Just like a messy home, messy finances can be stressful and overwhelming. Here are a few ways you can organize your financial house and start 2025 right.

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Changes in Eviction Protection: Update
Sara Korn

April 15, 2025

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

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Open Enrollment 2021: Does Open Enrollment Matter More this Year?
Steve Tanner

April 15, 2025

It's almost time for open enrollment 2021. What is open enrollment? It's a limited time…

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Convenient Alternatives to Credit Cards
Lindsay Vansomeren

April 15, 2025

Using a credit card isn't always the best option, especially if you're trying to reduce…

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

April 15, 2025

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

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Women Hit Harder by Recession, Loss of Childcare: How We’re Coping
Anna Baluch

April 15, 2025

How are you coping with work from home, school from home, and the pandemic "she-cession"?…

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Should You Start a 529 Plan?
Justine Nelson

April 15, 2025

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

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What is Budget Billing?
Anna Baluch

April 15, 2025

Do the ups and downs of your utility bills make it hard to stick to…

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

April 15, 2025

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

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Back-to-School Budget 2020: How to Save Money This Year
Anna Baluch

April 15, 2025

No matter how your children will be returning to school in 2020, there are ways…

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