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Justine Nelson

Justine Nelson is the founder of Debt Free Millennials, an online community to help millennials eliminate debt and live a debt free lifestyle. As a freelance writer and YouTuber, Justine enjoys creating upbeat and educational personal finance content. This Midwest millennial paid off $35k in student loan debt and now resides in San Diego with her husband.

Reducing Expenses During a Sudden Financial Hardship
Reducing Expenses During a Sudden Financial Hardship

January 13, 2025

It's natural to feel anxious during a difficult time. Learn how to reduce your expenses…

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Seven Easy Ways to Start Saving for Christmas
Seven Easy Ways to Start Saving for Christmas

January 13, 2025

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

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Is Marriage Good for Your Financial Health?
Is Marriage Good for Your Financial Health?

January 13, 2025

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

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3 Smart Ways to Spend Your Stimulus Check
3 Smart Ways to Spend Your Stimulus Check

January 13, 2025

If you qualify and receive a stimulus check under the CARES Act, how could you…

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How to Prepare for a Recession If You are Already Struggling
How to Prepare for a Recession If You are Already Struggling

January 14, 2025

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

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Will We Get Another Stimulus Check?
Will We Get Another Stimulus Check?

January 14, 2025

Another stimulus package is in the works. Will it include another stimulus check? Here’s what…

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Why Millennials are Being Hit Hard by the Covid-19 Recession
Why Millennials are Being Hit Hard by the Covid-19 Recession

January 14, 2025

No generation is immune to the financial impacts of coronavirus but millennials, born between 1981…

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Should College Students Get Stimulus Checks?

January 15, 2025

The first round of stimulus checks skipped over college students completely. Here’s how a stimulus…

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5 Smart Ways to Spend Your 2020 Tax Refund
5 Smart Ways to Spend Your 2020 Tax Refund

January 16, 2025

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

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

January 16, 2025

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

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