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How my husband and I paid off $50,000 in debt with zero-sum budgeting
Now that we’re debt free, we’ll never go back to our old spending habits.
4 min read Nov 13, 2023 -
The hidden costs of energy inefficiency: Efficient solutions for cost savings benefits
Despite high energy costs, there are easy ways to cut your energy bills. Here’s how.
10 min read Nov 10, 2023 -
Top 10 myths about paying off debt
Knowing the facts from the myths around debt can help you stay informed. Learn more.
8 min read Nov 09, 2023 -
Pay yourself first budgeting: What that means and how to do it
Most Americans regret not having enough savings. The solution: Pay yourself first.
4 min read Nov 03, 2023 -
The world of debt relief and what to know about it
Debt relief can help you manage your payments or reduce your debt. Here’s how.
8 min read Oct 26, 2023 -
Why being in debt doesn’t mean you have to give up fun things
Being in debt doesn’t mean you should feel guilty about spending. Here’s why.
4 min read Oct 19, 2023 -
How to financially prepare and recover from a natural disaster
Natural disasters can lead to financial disaster. Here’s how to minimize damage.
10 min read Oct 18, 2023 -
The mental toll of debt and how to navigate it
Debt and mental health are linked. Here’s how to manage both.
6 min read Oct 09, 2023 -
Finding help to pay off debt
You’re not alone. Here are the resources that can help you pay off debt.
6 min read Oct 09, 2023 -
How debt can happen to anyone
Debt is a part of life. But it doesn’t have to be in your life forever.
5 min read Oct 09, 2023