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Survey: 48% of social media users have impulsively purchased a product seen on social media
People are impulsively spending hundreds on products seen on social media.
7 min read Sep 18, 2023 -
As the cost of raising a child rises, young parents wonder if their financial freedom is slipping away
Parents need a higher salary to feel financially independent than childless adults.
8 min read Aug 28, 2023 -
How to check your credit score
How can you check your credit score? And why is it important to do this?
5 min read Aug 25, 2023 -
9 bad money habits that you should break right now
It’s time to commit to a plan to ditch these bad financial habits altogether.
6 min read Aug 17, 2023 -
Travel vs. savings: Many Americans are prioritizing wanderlust amid economic uncertainty
Choosing between travel or savings this summer? It’s possible to budget for both.
8 min read Aug 04, 2023 -
Making money from a yard sale: How sellers can cash in and buyers can get a good deal
Whether you’re a seller who’s looking to declutter your home or a buyer seeking bargains, a yard sale can be just the answer.
5 min read Jul 31, 2023 -
How much available credit should you have?
You should accept as much credit as you qualify for, but use it responsibly.
3 min read Jul 12, 2023 -
Mid-year check-in on your financial goals: Here’s how to stay on track
Changes may be needed for your budget, investments, insurance coverage and debt repayment following a mid-year review.
5 min read Jul 10, 2023 -
8 ways to stretch your paycheck further
Living paycheck to paycheck can take a toll on one’s physical and mental health.
6 min read Jul 06, 2023 -
Hot inflation is squeezing lower-income households’ emergency funds
37% of lower-income people have no savings, unchanged from when inflation was highest.
6 min read Jun 27, 2023