6 Pantry Items to Always Have for a Cheap At-Home Meal

We’re just a couple of weeks into the roaring 20s — 2020, that is. New Year’s resolutions are in full-swing, kickstarting financial and wellness goals. A hybrid resolution you might’ve adopted this year is dining out less.

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7 Tips to Rent an Apartment With Bad Credit

A bad credit score can limit your access to credit cards, loans, and sometimes, even job opportunities. But what you may not know is that a poor credit score can also minimize your housing options. 

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5 Inspiring Personal Finance Podcasts You Need to Hear

Podcasts can be a great way to mix up your routine and learn a lot of new information, especially when it comes to personal finance. If listening to a personal finance podcast reminds you of just another droning

11 Affordable Ways to Stay Healthy This Year

If staying on top of your health is your main mantra this year, knowing how to stay fit, affordably, is just as important as figuring out where to start. Although hopping on the latest luxury gym membership might

5 Money Moves to Make When You Get a Raise

New year, new salary! According to the Economic Policy Institute, nearly seven million people are starting 2020 with a raise. The rise comes from a higher minimum wage across 22 states nationwide.

If you’re starting the

Holistic Wellness Includes Financial Fitness

Hello, beautiful people on a journey to live your best life! I’m Jillian Faulks-Majuta, a mother of 6- and 8-year-old cubs, a lover of travel, food and community events. I’m also a wellness practitioner who was making strides

Car Repossession: What to Expect & Knowing Your Options

Owning a car can be quite a luxury, but it can also take a nice chunk of your paycheck each month. According to Experian, the average monthly payment is $554 for a new car and $391 for a

How to Use 0% Interest Credit Cards the Smart Way

If you need money now and have solid credit, a common financial strategy is to sign up for a new credit card with a 0% APR. Promotional no-APR credit cards don’t charge interest on your spending until the

3 Top Financial Resolutions for the New Year — and How to Stay on Track

The start of the New Year is an inspirational time. The calendar resets along with the resolve to be better and do better at reaching our goals than we achieved in the year prior. Fidelity Investments’

How to Organize Your Life and Money

The new year is right around the corner and with it, a fresh start for your home and finances. If you want to brush up on your organizational skills, there are a handful of steps to approach both

How to Choose a New Year’s Resolution for 2020

New year, new habits — at least that what many Americans strive for when declaring a new year’s resolution. Resetting the calendar can feel like the perfect time to wipe the slate clean and set a new course

7 Your Money Mantra Quotes From The Financial Gym Advisors Trainers

The end of the year is a great time to reflect on your finances and you’ve interacted with money — whether in healthy or unhealthy ways. To help you define your 2020 money mantra, the team at The

How to Gift a 529 Savings Account

If you want to invest in a child’s future rather than giving them another toy they’ll quickly outgrow, consider giving a gift of college savings this holiday season. A 529 college savings plan can help a young relative

Using a Credit Card for Holiday Shopping — Dos and Don’ts

Carrying a credit card around this holiday shopping season can make sense in many ways. It offers convenience and greater purchasing power, but there’s a fine line between smart holiday card use versus letting credit card

5 Premium Credit Card Protections that are a Lifesaver this Holiday

The holidays can be a whirlwind when it comes to gift shopping and travel logistics. Planning holiday expenses with the help of a credit card can offer convenience — particularly, when it comes to online shopping and <a

What to Know About Credit Card Balance Transfers

Managing debt can be a daily challenge if you’re waist-deep in it. Staying on top of multiple payment deadlines, balances, and interest rates for each account can complicate the issue even further. 

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12 Host or Hostess Gifts That Are Under $20

When you’re celebrating the holidays with friends and family, it’s easy to get swept away with gift-giving. As you’re picking out presents for your loved ones, offering your upcoming party host a thoughtful gift is another way to

7 Ways to Maximize Gift Cards

It’s always nice to make your dollars stretch just a little further, right? Well, if you have gift cards there are a few hacks that help your cash do more for you. If you’re a

6 Ways to Practice Self-Care During the Holidays

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can be a hectic time. All of the moving pieces during this time of year — from meeting up with loved ones, buying gifts, hosting gatherings, and more — can

Debt Collection Series: How to Respond to a Collections Letter

If your debt was delinquent and sent to a debt collection agency, you might have received a letter from a debt collector. Communicating with debt collectors, by phone or in writing, can be intimidating.

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How to Donate for #GivingTuesday While Paying Off Debt

The desire to give can be very strong during the holiday season. With multiple causes that are near to your heart, you may want to put aside some cash for charitable giving. One of the easiest ways to