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Debt-to-income ratio tells you what percent of your monthly income goes towards paying debt. Learn how to calculate your DTI and why it's important.

If you are considering asking your creditor for loan forbearance, here is a step-by-step guide…

COBRA can help you get temporary health insurance after you’ve lost your job. But who…

Should medical workers receive student loan debt forgiveness for their service during COVID-19? Learn about…

In an emergency, you need to keep yourself, your family, and your financial future safe.…

Marriage is about a strong relationship, but can it be about strong finances too? Learn…

Having financial goals is important. Read more about 7 good financial habits to master in…

Here’s what you and your teen should talk about when deciding if college, and all the costs that come with it, are worth it for them.

Saving for college doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Read this to learn how you could afford to pay more and rely on student loans less.

Learn how to protect your identity online while you’re shopping during the holidays or any other time of year.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

With the help of a smartphone app, you can create better saving habits. Read our review of the top money-saving apps on the market today.

Are people saving enough to cover a $5000 emergency expense? We surveyed over 2,000 Americans…

Spring survey results from Freedom Debt Relief shows consumers plan big ticket purchases in the next 12 months.

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

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

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.