Navigating Property Taxes: A Guide to Relief and Abatement
Recently purchased a home? Congratulations! Many SaverLife members have shared that this is a major step to achieving lasting financial health and well-being. As you start mapping out mortgage payments and planning for home expenses, it’s important to understand the ins and outs of property taxes. Read on to learn more about navigating property taxes…
Read MoreWhat is Loud Budgeting & How Can It Help You Reach Your Goals?
The world today is filled with so much noise. From your social media feed to reality TV, it often seems like people are spending fortunes and living large. Between this noise and pressure to spend your money in social situations, it can be difficult to keep your budget in check. But this doesn’t have to…
Read MoreSmall Business Guide: Your One-Stop Source for Small Business, Gig, & Side Hustle Support
We’re here to help you navigate the financial ups & downs of gig work, side income, and small business ownership. That’s why we are sharing small business resources that are 100% FREE for you. Browse our one-stop guide to catapult your small business to the next level. Pro Tip: We’ll continue to update this guide…
Read MoreA Beginner’s Guide to Financial Health for Gen Z
Were you born between 1996 and 2012? If so, you’re most likely part of Gen Z: the generation that’s entering or well into their 20s. SaverLife wants to better understand our Gen Z members who are navigating their financial health journeys. From our preliminary research, we uncovered that young adults are spending significantly more on…
Read More6 Unexpected Benefits of Multigenerational Housing
Are you considering moving in with your family? Many SaverLife members have shared that they live with their grandparents, parents, children, siblings, or friends. There are many reasons why SaverLife members have created multigenerational homes, but some major examples include: When it comes to housing, there’s no right answer for how you share your space.…
Read MoreDebt Dilemma: The Impact of Student Loans on Your Financial Future
If you have student loans, you’re not alone. According to a recent Forbes article, there are roughly 43 million people currently holding federal student loans. This translates to roughly 13% of the United States population! Plus, this number only accounts for federal student loans; it doesn’t even account for the debt owed by private loans…
Read MoreSelf-Employment Taxes: What You Need to Know and How to Stay on Top of Them with Confidence
Being your own boss comes with many benefits, like greater flexibility, freedom, and control over your work. However, when it comes to taxes, being self-employed can feel like a whole new ballgame. Navigating the process of self-employment taxes, including what they are, who needs to pay them, and when they’re due, can be tricky and…
Read MoreConsidering Solar Panels to Reduce Your Electricity Bill? Keep these Facts in Mind
When you’re budgeting, planning for expenses can be a challenge. One area where this hits most people’s budgets is electricity bills. This unpredictability, coupled with rising energy costs, can put a strain on your finances. This may have you wondering: how can you lower your electricity bill and make it more consistent over time? One solution…
Read MoreGuide: Protecting Your Finances from Climate Change
Start here The Hidden Impacts of Climate Change on Your Financial Health and Well-being You may be surprised by all the ways extreme weather can affect your finances. Read More Featured Articles March 14, 2024 How Does Climate Change Impact Your Insurance Coverage? Learn how the climate could affect your insurance costs, coverage, and claims,…
Read More2024 Minimum Wage Increases: How to Maximize Your Income
We know people are struggling to make ends meet. Many SaverLife members have shared that their wages aren’t keeping up with skyrocketing inflation. But in a long-overdue positive change, 24 states are finally taking action in 2024 to increase the minimum wage for their residents, affecting an estimated 10 million workers. What is minimum wage,…
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