Personal Finance Articles

Even if your bank account is frozen, there are steps you could take to unlock it and get back on track with your money.

Financial literacy can help you save money, get out of debt, and live a better life. Find out more here.

Even if your financial stress is at an all time high, there are ways to…

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

We surveyed more than 2,000 Americans on their financial situation and learned that 54% of…

At Freedom Debt Relief, we know that discrimination within the financial industry exists. Learn more…

Ready to finish the year strong? We have 12 smart money tips to get you there.

2019 was a year with a record low unbanked rate, but the pandemic changed this…

Card denial isn’t the end of the story—use it as a step toward stronger credit and future approvals.

What is household wealth, how is household wealth calculated, household net worth equals your assets minus liabilities

A second round of stimulus checks would be helpful but they aren’t the key to…

If you're struggling to get a handle on your household budget, keep in mind that there are always ways to save more money. Read our savings ideas here.

Eviction debt can make it hard to find a rental and affect your credit. Learn how to pay it off and get back on track.

Splitting up card payments might help the budget, but is there a downside? Here's what happens with multiple payments.

Without a credit history, you're practically invisible. Keep reading to learn how to be seen and admired.

Don’t fall victim to rookie mistakes. Here’s how to steer clear of debt in your first year of owning a home.

If you're facing a temporary pause to your paychecks during a government shutdown, what can you do?

Learn how to set up your budget, maintain your priorities, and make that debt go away.

Want to stop overspending? Learn how to create a bare-bones budget.

Financial hardship can put you behind on bills and spell trouble for your credit. Here's how to get back on track.

Loan forbearance might be a good solution if you’re struggling. Here’s how to talk to your creditors about it.

The extra $600 per week in federal unemployment benefits may be coming to an end…

Change can be scary, but good. Find out how to change your spending habits in a way that benefits you.

Financial knowledge is financial power. Learn about secured vs. unsecured debts and the best way to use them.

Overspending could be your brain chasing rewards. Learn how to retrain it to spend smarter.

Small choices could cost a lot. Find out which financial habits you might want to leave behind.