Personal Finance Articles

Will Coronavirus Testing Add to My Medical Debt?
Molly Zilli

April 20, 2025

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

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

April 20, 2025

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

April 20, 2025

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

April 20, 2025

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

April 20, 2025

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

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4 Common Financial Mistakes New Grads Make
Lyle Daly

April 20, 2025

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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5 Ways to Take an Affordable Family Vacation This Summer
Gina Freeman (Pogol)

April 20, 2025

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

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Basic Money Management Skills Everyone Should Have
Aly J. Yale

April 20, 2025

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

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

April 19, 2025

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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Personal Financial Planning: How to Make a Financial Plan
Richard Barrington

April 19, 2025

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

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January is Poverty in America Awareness Month
Molly Zilli

April 18, 2025

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

April 18, 2025

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

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Should You File Your Taxes Early This Year?
Sara Korn

April 18, 2025

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

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How Will You Spend Your Second Stimulus Check?
Molly Zilli

April 18, 2025

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

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Now’s the Time to Deal with Holiday Debt – Here’s How
Anna Baluch

April 18, 2025

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

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12 Smart Money Management Tips to See You Through 2021
Anna Baluch

April 18, 2025

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

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When do COVID Relief Unemployment Benefits End?
Steve Tanner

April 18, 2025

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

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Money Management in 2020 and Beyond: This Year’s Top Posts
Molly Zilli

April 18, 2025

To help you start off the New Year with the benefit of hindsight in money…

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Almost Half of Americans Are Earning Less Than Before COVID
Justine Nelson

April 18, 2025

The pandemic has created a strenuous environment for many Americans, especially when it comes to their finances. Even as 2020 comes to an end, nearly half of working Americans say their income is still less than what it was pre-pandemic. While vaccines bring the hope that things will eventually return to something like normal, financialRead more Almost Half of Americans Are Earning Less Than Before COVID

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When Do Coronavirus Aid and Government Stimulus Programs End: Round Up
Michael Micheletti

April 18, 2025

Do you rely on the coronavirus aid and government stimulus programs that are ending in…

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Why You Should Have a Will, Even if You’re Not Rich
Anna Baluch

April 18, 2025

A will is an essential legal document that you need, even if you’re not rich.…

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Did You Change Your Spending Habits During COVID?
Steve Tanner

April 18, 2025

If you've changed your spending habits during COVID-19, you're not alone. Now's the time to…

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The Season of Giving: How We Will Give Back This Year
Tanya Sotos

April 18, 2025

With the challenges of 2020, this can be a difficult year to give to charity.…

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Giving to Charity Using the CARES Act Charitable Deductions
Sara Korn

April 18, 2025

The CARES Act allows a special $300 above-the-line tax deduction for cash donations made directly…

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How to Feel Rich During the Holidays Without Going Into Debt
Anna Baluch

April 18, 2025

Even if you don’t make a ton of money, you can still feel rich during…

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