The 5 Best (and Worst) Times to Use a Credit Card
Credit cards can feel overwhelming or risky. When we put more on the cards than we can pay off, interest can add up quickly. But sometimes credit cards can be a wise choice. This guide helps you recognize when a credit card can help you, and when it might hurt. The 5 Best Times to…
Read MoreCash Advance Alternatives: Where to Turn When Money is Tight
Sometimes, there is more month than money. If you find yourself in this position, it can be hard to know where to turn. Often, people turn to Cash Advances or FinTech (Financial Technology) products to bridge the gap. These solutions include: These options can offer easy access to funds in the short term. But in…
Read MoreTaking Stock: Credit Cleanup
What’s your financial goal for the new year? Perhaps it’s saving for a big purchase, finding more affordable insurance, or planning to buy or rent a new home. Did you know your credit score impacts all of those costs? It literally pays to learn how to build your credit and avoid common myths, particularly if…
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 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 MoreConsidering a Credit Card? Here’s What You Need to Get Started
So many factors go into your financial health. From your monthly expenses to transportation and even climate-related events, every aspect of your life helps define your budget and progress toward long-term goals. One component of your financial health is your credit. Credit can play a major part in how you access loans, qualify for particular…
Read MoreMoney Moves: What to Do When You Land Your First Job
Just landed your first job? Congratulations! This is a big milestone on your financial health journey. Plus, getting your first paycheck always makes everything seem a little brighter. Getting your first job can also come with additional responsibilities and expenses. It’s important to get a handle on managing your money from the get go. Why?…
Read MoreRainy Day Resilience: Tips for Gen Z Navigating Climate Change, Inflation & a Housing Crisis
Maybe your work hours and income have been affected by extreme temperatures. Maybe your landlord is considering installing energy-efficient appliances and increasing your rent. Or maybe you’re seeing produce prices increase at the grocery store. No matter the situation, climate change and inflation are creeping in on your daily choices, and it’s important to prepare…
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 MoreReliable Small Business Support and Guidance for All Seasons of Life – Graduation to Retirement
When you think about financial health, what comes to mind? For SaverLife members, defining financial health can look very different to each person. Why? Because there’s no one way to navigate your financial situation: everyone is working toward different goals for themselves and their families. This is also true of entrepreneurship. Starting and maintaining gig…
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