Personal Finance Articles

5 Ways to Take an Affordable Family Vacation This Summer
Maurie Backman

January 27, 2026

How to take a family vacation without going into debt. Budget vacation options.

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10 Home-Buying Mistakes to Avoid
Ben Gran

January 27, 2026

Buying a home? Don’t make these costly home-buying mistakes. Here are our tips for acing the home-buying process.

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The 3 Most Unexpected Costs of Owning a Home
Ben Gran

January 27, 2026

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

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10 Tips for Hosting a Holiday Meal on a Budget
Maurie Backman

January 26, 2026

Holiday food doesn't have to mean overspending. Learn how to save money here.

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4 Common Financial Mistakes New Grads Make
Lyle Daly

January 26, 2026

Top money mistakes that new grads make. Mistakes include failing to budget, not establishing a savings habit and blowing windfalls instead of saving them.

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How to Beat Inflation
Kailey Hagen

January 26, 2026

Inflation is when your cash loses value due to higher prices. Read on to see how you can stay ahead of inflation.

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7 Ways to Cut Your Expenses When You Already Make Your Own Coffee
Brittney Myers

January 26, 2026

You eat at home and don’t buy coffee out. Now what? Here's how to save when you've already made the usual cuts.

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Should a Credit Card Serve as Your Emergency Fund?
Ashley Maready

January 26, 2026

An emergency fund keeps you covered when there are surprises. Here’s why a savings account is safer than a credit card.

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Why High Housing Costs Might Force the Fed to Keep Raising Rates
Charles Morgan Evans

January 25, 2026

The Federal Reserve might prefer to stop raising interest rates as the economy slows. High housing costs may make that impossible.

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

January 25, 2026

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

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Should You Start a 529 Plan?
Justine Nelson

January 25, 2026

Should you start a 529 plan? A 529 plan can help you save for college…

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60% of Americans Aren’t Saving Enough for Retirement
Kailey Hagen

January 25, 2026

You may be behind on retirement savings now, but it doesn't have to be that way forever.

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What to Do When Your Spouse Loses Their Job: A Complete Guide
Maurie Backman

January 25, 2026

Losing a job could throw your spouse and finances for a loop. Here’s how to cope.

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Coronavirus Stimulus Package: What it Means For You
Steve Tanner

January 25, 2026

Learn what's in the coronavirus stimulus package.

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Will Coronavirus Testing Add to My Medical Debt?
Molly Zilli

January 24, 2026

Learn more about the potential costs of coronavirus testing and treatment so you can try…

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How to Set Up a Christmas Budget
Maurie Backman

January 24, 2026

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

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12 Ways to Save Money for Vacation
Richard Barrington

January 24, 2026

While you’re on vacation, it can be hard to relax because you’re worried about the…

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If You Have Lost Medical Insurance, You’re Not Alone
Justine Nelson

January 24, 2026

During the coronavirus pandemic, more than one in seven adults have become uninsured. So if…

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The New Coronavirus Stimulus Package: What Will You Get Now
Anna Baluch

January 24, 2026

Congress has reached agreement on a new $900 billion COVID-19 stimulus package. Here is some…

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How Access to Care and Insurance Affects Medical Debt
Steve Tanner

January 24, 2026

Access to medical care for low-income persons disproportionately impacts people of color, especially African Americans,…

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7 Ways to Save Money on Healthcare
Kailey Hagen

January 24, 2026

Healthcare bills aren't set in stone. Here are seven ways you could reduce your healthcare costs.

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6 Ways to Improve Your Financial Literacy
Justine Nelson

January 23, 2026

If you have made it a goal to learn more about personal finance, then you…

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How Much of Your Income Should You Spend on Housing?
Richard Barrington

January 23, 2026

The 25-30% rule is a guideline for how much of your income to spend on housing. Learn how to use it to help you have more money for your goals.

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What’s the Difference Between a Secured Credit Card and a Prepaid Debit Card?
Lyle Daly

January 23, 2026

Secured credit cards and prepaid debit cards serve different purposes. Learn the differences.

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January is Poverty in America Awareness Month
Molly Zilli

January 23, 2026

January is National Poverty in America Awareness Month, so now is a good time to…

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How to Get Your Recovery Rebate Credit
Anna Baluch

January 23, 2026

If you didn’t receive one or both stimulus payment(s), or received less than you’re entitled…

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