Personal Finance Articles

How to Set up a Christmas Budget
Housten Donham

November 11, 2019

We all like to be generous during the holidays, but you don’t need to overspend.…

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6 Black Friday Tips to Get the Best Deals
Jessica Thiefels

November 11, 2019

Everyone wants the best deals leading up to the holidays. Check out these 6 Black…

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How to Create Your Yearly Personal Financial Plan
Dori Zinn

November 22, 2019

A personal financial plan can help you stay on track and achieve your financial goals. Get started today with investment, tax, and savings plans.

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Seven Easy Ways to Start Saving for Christmas
Justine Nelson

November 11, 2019

Saving for Christmas or the whole holiday season doesn't have to be a stressful endeavor…

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How to Talk About Money with Your Partner During the Holidays
Ann Condron

November 25, 2019

Real couples share their tips for talking about money with their partner during one of the most financially challenging times of the year: the holidays.

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10 Tips for Hosting Thanksgiving on a Budget
Kate Robinson Beckwith

November 7, 2019

Planning a Thanksgiving gathering doesn’t have to break the bank. Here are 10 tips for…

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The True Cost of Helping Your Kid Pay for College
John Russo

November 5, 2019

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

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How to Deal with Financial Stress
Jessica Thiefels

October 22, 2019

If you're feeling anxious or physically ill about debt, then you'll want to read these tips on how to deal with financial stress and get on the right track.

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How to Manage Money Better without Sacrificing Joy
Jessica Thiefels

September 27, 2019

Want to manage money better without sacrificing the things you love? Here is some easy money management advice that could help.

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Do You Really Need a 20% Down Payment?
John Russo

September 10, 2019

It is necessary to make a 20% down payment when buying a home? We interviewed…

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The 3 Most Unexpected Costs of Owning a Home
John Russo

August 20, 2019

We asked over 1,000 homeowners to tell us about the three most unexpected costs of…

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Five Back-to-School Shopping Tips that Save Money
Kate Robinson Beckwith

August 14, 2019

If you're stressed out about all the supplies you'll need to get for your kids…

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5 Home Buying Mistakes to Avoid
John Russo

July 30, 2019

If you're in the market for a new home and looking to take out a…

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3 Unexpected Costs of Raising a Kid
John Russo

July 26, 2019

Many soon-to-be parents are curious about the costs of raising a kid or two, or…

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Year-Round Tax Planning Strategies
H&R Block

August 30, 2019

Tax experts from H&R Block discuss how to plan for taxes throughout the year and prepare for changes to your W-4 coming up in 2019.

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Was Your College Education Worth the Cost? 39% of Americans Say “No”
John Russo

July 19, 2019

39% of people we surveyed stated their college education wasn’t worth the cost, so we asked financial experts to weigh in on how to deal with student debt

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Five Apps to Help Save for Retirement
Jessica Thiefels

August 7, 2019

If you're unsure of where to begin planning for your financial future, there are many…

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13 Health Insurance Terms You Need to Know
Sarah Li Cain

July 17, 2019

Choosing a health insurance plan can be tricky. Get started by learning about these 13 health insurance terms to help educate yourself.

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How to Increase Home Value
Jessica Thiefels

July 10, 2019

If you're about to put your home on the market, then you'll want to check out these low cost and relatively simple ways to increase home value on a budget.

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The Best Financial Tips We Learned from Our Dads
John Russo

June 14, 2019

For many of us, our introduction to financial health and planning came from our dad…

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Why Financial Literacy Is Not Just a Buzz Term
Betsalel Cohen

April 18, 2019

Not so long ago, cash was the preferred method of payment for daily purchases, but times have certainly changed. As consumer shopping behaviors have evolved (think Amazon and online shopping) so has our relationship with credit cards and debt. Credit can cloud our view of spending, making it easy to forget how much we haveRead more Why Financial Literacy Is Not Just a Buzz Term

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How to Reduce Expenses and Save Money Every Month
Jessica Thiefels

April 8, 2019

Whether money’s tight or you’re trying to get out of debt faster, you’re probably wondering how to reduce expenses and save money. Here are some tips.

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Survey: More Women Than Men Are Stressed About Debt
John Russo

March 11, 2019

A survey from Freedom Debt Relief suggests that women tend to feel worse about debt…

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9 Smart Ways to Save Money on Summer Vacation
Charla Myers

June 2, 2018

With a little bit of planning, you can enjoy an awesome vacation and still stay…

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How to Avoid Wedding Debt

It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of wedding planning and spend more…

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How to Buy a House with Bad Credit
Jessica Thiefels

March 27, 2019

Wondering how to buy a house with bad credit? It’s more difficult, but it is…

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