You’re Not Alone: Navigating Uncertain Times Together
Right now, it feels like everything is changing faster than we can keep up—rising costs, shifting job markets, and an overall sense of uncertainty. If you’re feeling stressed or anxious, know that you’re not alone. The weight of the unknown can take a real toll on mental health, making it harder to focus, plan, or…
Read More5 Tips for Tax Filing When You Have ACA/Marketplace Health Insurance
Are you planning to enroll in a health insurance plan sold through the Affordable Care Act Health Insurance Marketplace? Before you get started, it’s important to understand how the Premium Tax Credit (PTC) could affect your enrollment. The PTC is a refundable tax credit that can help you pay the premium for health insurance sold…
Read MoreHow 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: 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 MoreProgram Spotlight – Legal Aid
Nearly 55 million Americans need legal help each year, according to the American Bar Association. This legal help can cover anything from criminal offenses to domestic or family issues, and even landlord problems. For many, getting legal help can seem out of the budget. If you find yourself in a situation where you need legal…
Read MoreProgram Spotlight – Unemployment
Whether you’re living paycheck to paycheck or making enough to save comfortably, there’s something that can stop anyone in their tracks – losing their job. Finding yourself unemployed can quickly change your financial situation and make it hard to meet your financial obligations. When SaverLife member Tori T. unexpectedly lost her job, she was unemployed…
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