Personal Finance Articles

Our latest survey revealed that 60% of Americans aren’t saving enough for retirement. If that…

The L. William Seidman Research Institute at ASU found that Freedom Debt Relief clients are…

Don’t let the year pass you by without checking these eight things. It will help you stay on top of your financial goals!

Are people saving enough to cover a $5000 emergency expense? We surveyed over 2,000 Americans…

If you're in the market for a house or plan to refinance one, you may want to brush up on your mortgage vocabulary to help you make informed choices.

Raising financially responsible kids is the goal of many parents. Learn three expert tips on…

Freedom Debt Relief surveyed over 2,000 how they were planning to use their tax refund,…

One of the best ways to improve your overall financial health, is to improve your credit score. Here are 5 tips on how to do just that.

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

Find out how 2018 tax changes in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will affect…

Many people want to get financially healthy this year. If you're wondering how to improve…

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.

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

Obeying these 9 budget rules can help you save $300 a month – or more!…

Debt-to-income ratio tells you what percent of your monthly income goes towards paying debt. Learn how to calculate your DTI and why it's important.

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

If you’re suffering from financial phobia, you’re not alone. Learn more about this fear, how…

Start the year off right with our 10 favorite money tips, from maxing out your…

Many of us have no idea what we spend on subscription services every year. How…

Your financial health is just as important as your physical health. Read these simple tips…

Why do people overspend? Here’s a glance into the psychological reasons some people tend to…

We’ve got five financial tips to make the transition out of college go smoothly for…

Should you use debit or credit to make that purchase? It depends on a number of factors, including your personal preferences, your budget, and more.

With the inauguration of President Biden, taxes, student loan debt, healthcare, and other economic policies…

Just like a messy home, messy finances can be stressful and overwhelming. Here are a…

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

What is a 401k plan? If you're just starting out, or even if you have been working for a while, learn more about using a 401k to save for your retirement.

Whether you clip them out of newspapers, flyers, grab them when you enter the store,…

Significant consequences can result from having a negative bank account, including fees. You can fix a negative account by transferring money from another account, avoiding transactions with the overdrawn account, and other strategies.

There are four tactics for protecting deposits from creditors.

How is severance pay taxed when you lose your job? There are no tax breaks when you lose your job.

Wondering what to do when your spouse loses their job? These tips can help you…

Find out how to save money on your next summer vacation by setting up a vacation budget, finding fun free events, and more.

If you were denied a credit card, the card issuer must tell you the reason. Get on track to improve your credit score. Learn more from our expert

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

A budget can help you achieve your financial goals faster. Find out how to make a simple budget and stick to it.

With the help of a smartphone app, you can create better saving habits. Read our review of the top money-saving apps on the market today.

When savings are not enough, debt can help fund the expenses of life. But debt is not always the right solution. Learn more about using household debt effectively.

Learn how to prevent abrupt financial emergencies from turning into a long-term financial problem.