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Personal Finance Articles

Why a Bank Account Could be Frozen and How to Deal With It
Kailey Hagen

October 24, 2025

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

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Why Financial Literacy Is Not Just a Buzz Term
Maurie Backman

October 24, 2025

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

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3 Reasons Your Financial Stress Is At an All-Time High
Cole Tretheway

October 24, 2025

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

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Survey: More Women Than Men Are Stressed About Debt
Maurie Backman

October 24, 2025

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

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How to Handle an Unexpected $500 Bill
Cole Tretheway

October 24, 2025

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

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What You Should Know About Credit Discrimination
Cole Tretheway

October 24, 2025

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

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12 Smart Money Management Tips to See You Through the Rest of the Year
Brittney Myers

October 24, 2025

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

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Convenient Alternatives to Credit Cards
Cole Tretheway

October 24, 2025

Using a credit card isn't always the best option, especially if you're trying to reduce…

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More Americans Than Ever Had a Bank Account – Last Year
Anna Baluch

October 24, 2025

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

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Denied a Credit Card? Here’s What to Do Next
Cole Tretheway

October 24, 2025

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

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What Is Household Wealth?
Richard Barrington

October 24, 2025

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

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3 Things You Might Need More Than a Stimulus Check
Anna Baluch

October 24, 2025

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

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Ways To Save More Money
Charla Myers

October 24, 2025

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.

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How to Pay Off Eviction Debt: A Complete Guide to Resolving Apartment Debt
Natasha Etzel

October 24, 2025

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.

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How to Create an Emergency Fund by Snacking and Watching Movies
Kailey Hagen

October 23, 2025

Sitting on the couch a lot these days? Did you know you could start an…

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How to Prioritize Debt Payments in Your Budget
Dana George

October 23, 2025

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

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How to Create a Bare-Bones Budget When You’re in Debt
Natasha Etzel

October 23, 2025

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

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What Happens If You Stop Paying Your Bills?
Rebecca Lake

October 23, 2025

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

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Will COVID-19 Stimulus and Benefits be Extended? 5 Things to Know
Anna Baluch

October 23, 2025

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

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Why Do People Overspend?
Ben Gran

October 23, 2025

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

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Five Apps to Help Save for Retirement
Jessica Thiefels

October 22, 2025

If you're unsure of where to begin planning for your financial future, there are many…

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5 Financial Choices That Cost You More Than You Think—and How to Change Them
Natasha Etzel

October 22, 2025

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

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What Is a 401(k) Plan?
Jacqueline Backman

October 22, 2025

A 401(k) plan is a way to save and invest for retirement, and your employer might even match your contributions. Find out how they work here.

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Protect Your Identity This Holiday Season
John Russo

October 22, 2025

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

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Buying a Home in My 20s Was a Financial Disaster—Here's How I Recovered
Ashley Maready

October 22, 2025

Even if home-buying messes up your finances, you can recover. Here’s how.

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Americans Spending Stimulus Check on Bills, Debt
Sara Korn

October 21, 2025

Americans are using stimulus checks on bills, essentials, savings, and paying down debt. But using…

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