Personal Finance Articles

How to Find the Coronavirus Assistance You Can Get from Your State
Sara Korn

April 13, 2025

Now, when many people have financial hardships due to the coronavirus, there is help available.…

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3 Things Active Military Should Know about Debt and Finances
Anna Baluch

April 13, 2025

There are benefits and some drawbacks military servicemembers face when managing debt and finances. Find…

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Pros and Cons of Applying for a Personal Loan During COVID-19
Justine Nelson

April 13, 2025

Thinking of taking out a personal loan during COVID-19? Learn the pros and cons of…

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Learn a New Language During Quarantine: The Language of Money
Anna Baluch

April 13, 2025

Looking for a productive way to spend your extra time at home during quarantine? Learn…

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How to Manage Your Auto Loan Debt During Covid-19
Sara Korn

April 13, 2025

If you’re experiencing financial hardship, here’s how to think through your options when it comes…

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Will We Get Another Stimulus Check?
Justine Nelson

April 13, 2025

Another stimulus package is in the works. Will it include another stimulus check? Here’s what…

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Will Your Credit Limit Be Cut?
Anna Baluch

April 13, 2025

Some credit card companies are cutting credit limits, sometimes without notice. Will this happen to…

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Should You Try and Find a Side Gig During Lockdown?
Anna Baluch

April 13, 2025

If you’re struggling financially as a result of coronavirus, you may want to find a…

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The Good News and Bad News About Your Mortgage During Covid-19
Justine Nelson

April 12, 2025

With so many changes right now, you may have concerns about how the coronavirus will…

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How to Create an Emergency Fund by Snacking and Watching Movies
Anna Baluch

April 12, 2025

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

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

April 12, 2025

A frozen bank account can be the result of numerous things, including suspected fraud, unpaid debts, or illegal activity. Learning that your bank account is frozen can be a little unnerving

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What is the Paycheck Protection Program?
Anna Baluch

April 12, 2025

Are you a small business owner affected by the coronavirus? Learn more about the Paycheck…

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Unemployed Due to Covid-19? Here’s How That Affects Medical Benefits
Anna Baluch

April 12, 2025

If you’re one of the millions unemployed due to the coronavirus, you may be wondering…

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How to Prepare for a Recession If You are Already Struggling
Justine Nelson

April 12, 2025

How do you prepare for a recession when you already struggle financially? Even in tough…

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What’s the Difference Between Furlough, Layoff, and Termination?
Anna Baluch

April 12, 2025

Do you know the difference between a furlough, a layoff and a termination? Here are…

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Ready to Teach Money Skills at Home?
Justine Nelson

April 12, 2025

As you work, live, teach and live fully from home, there's a lot to think…

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How Will Coronavirus Impact My Retirement Savings?
Anna Baluch

April 12, 2025

The financial impact of coronavirus has many of us worried about retirement. Here are some…

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Coronavirus Program Tracker: Government Benefits and Private Programs for Americans
Molly Zilli

April 12, 2025

FDR has assembled a list of federal government benefits and programs that could help families…

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3 Smart Ways to Spend Your Stimulus Check
Justine Nelson

April 12, 2025

If you qualify and receive a stimulus check under the CARES Act, how could you…

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How to Avoid Coronavirus Financial Scams
Anna Baluch

April 12, 2025

Whenever there is an emergency, the scammers appear, and the pandemic is no exception. Learn…

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Are Debt Collectors Still Calling During Coronavirus?
Anna Baluch

April 12, 2025

Even in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, debt collectors may still call you. Find…

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Women and Money: 6 Things Women Should Know about Money and Debt
Jessica Thiefels

April 12, 2025

From the gender pay gap to financial stress, find out what you need to know…

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A Coronavirus Financial Plan: 5 Steps
Steve Tanner

April 12, 2025

If the economic upheaval caused by the coronavirus pandemic has you worried, focusing on creating…

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Reducing Expenses During a Sudden Financial Hardship
Justine Nelson

April 12, 2025

It's natural to feel anxious during a difficult time. Learn how to reduce your expenses…

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Your Emergency Financial First Aid Kit
Tanya Sotos

April 12, 2025

In an emergency, you need to keep yourself, your family, and your financial future safe.…

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Is Marriage Good for Your Financial Health?
Justine Nelson

April 12, 2025

Marriage is about a strong relationship, but can it be about strong finances too? Learn…

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