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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.

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

December 6, 2024

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

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Can You Keep Your Unemployment Benefits if You Refuse to Return to Work?
Can You Keep Your Unemployment Benefits if You Refuse to Return to Work?

December 7, 2024

What happens to your unemployment benefits if you refuse to return to work? Here’s what…

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Should College Students Get Stimulus Checks?

December 7, 2024

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

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Should You Borrow Money from Friends and Family in Hard Times?
Should You Borrow Money from Friends and Family in Hard Times?

December 7, 2024

Borrowing money from friends and family can be tricky, but doable if you and your…

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

December 7, 2024

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

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What is an Economic Injury Disaster Loan?
What is an Economic Injury Disaster Loan?

December 7, 2024

An Economic Injury Disaster loan can be used to meet business obligations during a disaster.…

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Talk to a Creditor About Loan Forbearance: A Step by Step Guide
Talk to a Creditor About Loan Forbearance: A Step by Step Guide

December 7, 2024

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

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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?

December 8, 2024

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

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

December 8, 2024

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

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Remote Learning at College: Will Your Student Loans Change?
Remote Learning at College: Will Your Student Loans Change?

December 8, 2024

Many college campuses are switching to remote learning, which could impact your semester, and your…

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