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Personal Finance Articles

Did You Change Your Spending Habits During COVID?
Steve Tanner

September 17, 2025

If you've changed your spending habits during COVID-19, you're not alone. Now's the time to…

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The Season of Giving: How We Will Give Back This Year
Tanya Sotos

September 17, 2025

With the challenges of 2020, this can be a difficult year to give to charity.…

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Giving to Charity Using the CARES Act Charitable Deductions
Sara Korn

September 17, 2025

The CARES Act allows a special $300 above-the-line tax deduction for cash donations made directly…

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6 Ways to Work Toward Financial Freedom in 2025
Maurie Backman

September 17, 2025

You have the power to find financial freedom and set yourself up for success. Here’s how.

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3 Expert Tips for Raising Financially Responsible Kids
John Russo

September 16, 2025

Raising financially responsible kids is the goal of many parents. Learn three expert tips on…

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What Does it Mean to be a Cosigner?
Lyle Daly

September 16, 2025

Cosigning means taking legal responsibility for a loan. Learn how cosigning might impact your finances and credit, and how to protect yourself.

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Meet Your Financial Goals and Still Help Your Kid Pay for College
Ben Gran

September 16, 2025

Our recent survey revealed that helping your kid through college could cause you undue emotional,…

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Survey: How Americans Spend Their Tax Refunds
Lyle Daly

September 16, 2025

Freedom Debt Relief surveyed over 2,000 how they were planning to use their tax refund,…

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

September 16, 2025

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

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Black Friday Savings and Shopping: 2020 Edition
Anna Baluch

September 16, 2025

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

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

September 16, 2025

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

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Should You Change Health Insurance?
Kailey Hagen

September 16, 2025

There are some good reasons to change health insurance plans. Explore…

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

September 16, 2025

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

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Changes in Eviction Protection: Update
Sara Korn

September 16, 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

September 16, 2025

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

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

September 15, 2025

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

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

September 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 2025: How to Save Money This Year
Maurie Backman

September 15, 2025

Buying back-to-school supplies in 2025 doesn't have to mean busting your budget. Read on for money-saving tips.

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Would a Payroll Tax Cut Help You?
Justine Nelson

September 15, 2025

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

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Best and Worst States for Coronavirus Unemployment Benefits
Sara Korn

September 15, 2025

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

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

September 15, 2025

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

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3 Money Management Mistakes to Avoid in 2021
Anna Baluch

September 15, 2025

Ready for a better financial situation in 2021? Here are our top three money management…

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

September 15, 2025

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

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5 Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
Cole Tretheway

September 15, 2025

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

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How to Clear a Negative Balance in Your Bank Account: Step-by-Step Guide
Ashley Maready

September 15, 2025

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

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Will Your Job Come Back After COVID? What to Do if it Doesn’t
Anna Baluch

September 15, 2025

With record unemployment, we are all wondering if our jobs will come back after COVID.…

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