There’s more than one way to tame your debt. Whether you’ve got one big debt or a pile of different debts, there are several strategies available to help make your debt more manageable, reduce the impact of carrying the debt, and jump forward on your debt repayment plans. Debt services can offer you a variety […]
In January 2025, the IRS will be sending the last checks from the 2020 stimulus payments to about one million people. Anyone who was eligible but for some reason has not yet received all three of the economic impact payments from the 2020 pandemic stimulus may automatically receive a check through direct deposit or by […]
With the new year upon us, now is an important time to consider your financial goals for 2025. Many people are motivated to “do better” financially, but financial resolutions can also be a little intimidating. Resolving to make a ton of money or to save all your extra funds may feel unrealistic and, therefore, hard […]
Your credit report is one of the most important details about your life, in a numerical sense. It is how organizations, businesses, and renters determine your financial stability and is often used to represent your trustworthiness in a numerical world. Your credit score determines if you can get a loan, and the interest rate on […]
Debt is an everyday struggle for millions of Americans. As of 2023, the average American was carrying $21,800 in personal debt (not including their mortgages). This is a challenge that is hard to overcome. However, the journey has only begun once one gets themselves out of debt. Once that major hurdle is crossed, then the real work […]
Understanding your credit score is like solving a puzzle. It can be intriguing, even challenging, but the end result has great rewards once you master the technique.
Escape the Debt Trap: Tips to Avoid Bankruptcy and Win Financially Debt can be a heavy burden, sometimes feeling like there is no way out. The thought of declaring bankruptcy might cross your mind, but knowing there are other options is important. Bankruptcy can have serious consequences on your credit score, and it’s not a […]
Spring & Summer Break on a Shoestring Budget? It is Possible! Spring and summer breaks are filled with long, lazy days. And there’s only so much screen time you can let the kids have before you feel guilty or can repeat each episode of Teen Titans Go verbatim. But taking the kids out to do […]
Creating A Financial Toolkit This is the second in our series of blogs for National Financial Literacy Month. Our focus in this blog is on creating a financial toolkit. Whether your goal is to manage debt, begin a savings plan, or salt that extra income away for retirement, you need a financial tool kit. Here's […]
Maximize Your Tax Refund to Pay Down Debt Ensuring the optimal outcome for your tax refunds can be daunting yet achievable. From judiciously selecting the most reliable companies and tax advisors to filing timely and capitalizing on any exemptions, learn the best practices to maximize the lucrative potential of your returns in order to pay […]
