Personal Finance Articles

Yes; the US entered a recession in 2022. Learn how to protect your finances, what to do and not do in a recession.

Furniture prices and interest rates are up in 2022. learn how to save when you buy and finance furniture.

Spring survey results from Freedom Debt Relief shows consumers plan big ticket purchases in the next 12 months.

Learn what's in the coronavirus stimulus package.

Learn how to invest to beat inflation, how to deal with food inflation and price increases in 2022.

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

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

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

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

Here are 7 ideas that may help you save money on healthcare and still get…

How are lawsuit settlements taxed. Can you avoid taxes on lawsuit settlements?

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

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

Blog post tips from FDR team moms

Everyone needs basic money management skills. They can help you save money and stay out of debt.

It is never too early to teach money skills. Learn seven essentials of using a…

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.

Workers who struggle with managing debt face challenges that often spill over into the workplace. Employers can address this growing problem by embracing financial wellness benefits that improve employees’ productivity, retention...

Personal financial planning means determining your current financial position, setting your goals and creating a strategy to achieve your goal.

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

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

Here’s what you need to know to get your tax refund as quickly as possible…

The new COVID-19 Economic Relief Bill includes another round of stimulus checks. If you receive…

How do you get rid of your holiday debt and move to a healthier financial…

Ready to get 2021 off on the right foot financially? We have 12 smart money…

You may have concerns about federal COVID relief ending in 2021, including extra benefits for…