Taking 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 More5 Things to Consider Before Taking a Refund Anticipation Loan (RAL)
Tax season can bring a mix of emotions, especially when financial pressures are high. Many people face bills, unexpected expenses, or the need for a quick cash infusion, and the promise of a tax refund can seem like the solution. Refund anticipation loans (RALs) sound appealing because they offer faster access to your tax refund.…
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 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 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…
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