How Finances Impact Your Physical Health (And What You Can Do About It)
The Money-Health Connection Your finances affect everything in your life, from where you live to the clothes you choose. Going through tough times financially can even affect your health. The impact of financial stress can cause significant changes in your physical well-being. Knowing financial stress affects your health can feel scary. The good news is…
Read MoreTaking Stock: Debt Check-In
This blog article was authored by Jesse Campbell, Content Manager at Money Management International (MMI), our SaverPerks partner organization. A new year is a new chance to reset, refocus, and start making progress on your financial goals. Is reducing debt on your radar for 2025? There’s a good chance it should be. On average, American…
Read MoreYour Money, Your Power: How to Build Financial Confidence with Small Changes
Why Financial Confidence Matters When it comes to your money, even though it may not feel like it, you are in control. You have the power to decide what happens and how your money works for you. But sometimes, when you are living paycheck to paycheck or find yourself struggling to get out of debt,…
Read More2025 Financial To-Do List
In a few short hours, we will be ringing in the New Year! As you prepare to close the book in 2024 and look ahead to a fresh start in 2025, you undoubtedly have lots of goals and plans. Including your finances in your plans for the new year is important. Doing so can help…
Read MoreMastering Your Business Finances: Balancing Profit, Liabilities, and Personal Pay
As a small business owner, you’re juggling a lot—working long hours, handling countless responsibilities, and constantly pushing toward growth. Managing finances can feel like just another daunting task on your list, but it’s crucial to your business’s stability and success. Finding the balance between maximizing profit, keeping liabilities in check, and paying yourself fairly can…
Read MoreReset Your Budget with a Post-Holiday No-Spend Challenge
While the holiday season is often a time of joy and celebration, it can lead to overspending and even debt. In 2023, 34% of Americans went into debt during the holiday season. Whether you find yourself in debt after the holidays or are ready to reset your budget and start the new year from a…
Read MoreWhy You Need a Holiday Fund & How to Build One
Did you know the average American spends just under $1,000 on Christmas, according to research by the National Retail Federation? While Christmas is typically the holiday people spend the most on, other holidays and celebrations throughout the year can also sneak up on us. With expenses for birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine’s Day, graduations, weddings, and other…
Read MoreBudgeting for Holiday Travel Expenses
Approximately 115.2 million Americans were expected to travel more than 50 miles from home between Christmas and New Year’s in 2023, according to estimates by AAA. Traveling over the holidays can be a great chance to spend time with loved ones and get out of town. But it can also be stressful…and expensive. To keep…
Read MoreHidden Holiday Financial Stressors
With only 8 weeks until Christmas, the holiday season is officially upon us! While it can be an exciting time filled with friends, family, and festivities, it can also bring financial stress. In fact, financial stress is often cited as one of the biggest stressors people face during the holidays. If you take a minute, you…
Read MoreSeasonal Side Hustles: How to Make Extra Holiday Cash
It’s hard to believe, but the holiday season is fast approaching! While most people are focused on spending money this time of year, there are also opportunities to make money if you’re interested. Whether you want extra cash to spend on gifts, holiday travel, regular bills, or to put towards your financial goals, a seasonal…
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