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How to buy a home without a lot of savings
Video
07/12/2022

How homebuyers can compete in today's market
A tight market leaves little room for error. Here are 7 tips to help boost your chances.
Article
07/12/2022

How to save money when planning a wedding
These 14 tips will help keep your big day within budget.
Article
07/12/2022

Should I buy a home or keep renting?
The 5 key questions to ask yourself about this major decision.
Article
06/21/2022

How much house can I afford?
Consider these guidelines to help determine your budget.
Article
06/21/2022

How much should you spend on a car? Here's how to find out
Follow these steps to avoid buying a car that's out of your budget.
Article
06/21/2022

Is renting out your stuff worth it?
Here's how much people make from charging others to use their pools, cars, and more.
Article
06/21/2022

7 unconventional ways to pay off student loans
Crushed by unprecedented debt, this generation is getting creative to owe no more.
Article
06/21/2022

How to spend less on gas
Gas has never been more expensive. Here's how to pay less at the pump.
Article
06/17/2022

How I paid off $90K in student loans in 1 year
Following a budget helped this new grad reach his goal of becoming debt-free.
Article
06/16/2022

How to save thousands in a year
Build an emergency fund, pay for a vacation, or hit another goal with these 9 tips.
Article
06/16/2022


How to get your kids interested in personal finance
If you're eager to set your kids on a solid financial path, it pays to talk about money at a young age.
Article
06/03/2022

Is a home really a good investment? Here's what you need to know
Is a home an investment or expense? The reality is that both answers are correct.
Article
06/03/2022

Paying for your home improvements
Article
06/03/2022

3 reasons to contribute to an IRA
Saving in an IRA comes with tax benefits that can help you grow your money.
Article
06/03/2022

3 scenarios when it pays to update your budget
A budget isn't something you can just set and forget. Rather, it's something you'll likely need to update at various points in life.
Article
05/25/2022

7 ways to lower your gas and energy bill
Here are some easy tips for paying less for utilities.
Article
05/25/2022

3 money mistakes I made with my first child that I won't repeat
I made three money mistakes with my first child that I'll be correcting when I have my second. Here's what they are.
Article
05/03/2022

How to cope when a spender marries a saver
Spenders and savers can coexist happily. Here are some tips to help.
Article
03/30/2022

Surviving my pandemic divorce
I told him it was over. Then we had to quarantine together.
Article
03/15/2022


3 tips for increasing your charitable impact
How to make your donations go the farthest.
Article
02/04/2022

Facing divorce? 4 tips to get through it
A little knowledge and planning today could help smooth the transition.
Article
02/04/2022

Moving in and living together
There may come a day when you evaluate your living situation as a couple.
Article
01/19/2022

Sellers, here's how you prepare for your home inspection
These are a few key things you should do before your home is inspected so you can make the best possible impression.
Article
01/19/2022

3 tips for marital financial bliss
If your marriage is young or seasoned, here are tips for managing money decisions.
Article
01/19/2022

Buying a home with less than 20% down
Yes, it's possible–here's what you should know.
Video
01/18/2022

What is a philanthropist?
Anyone can be a philanthropist and be more effective at making a difference. Here’s how.
Article
01/13/2022


4 tips to be a money mentor for your kids
From 529s to money conversations, here's what parents should keep in mind.
Article
12/16/2021

Preparing for emergencies
Learn how to build a safety net to help protect yourself and your loved ones.
Article
11/04/2021

How to negotiate your student loan refinancing interest rate
Here’s how to know if you should consider refinancing your student loans, and if so, how to get a favorable interest rate.
Article
10/12/2021

An introduction to the adoption process
There are several ways to bring a new member into your family.
Article
10/12/2021


6 ways to save money on your wedding
Here are a few ways you can cut down on costs while still having an enjoyable wedding.
Article
10/12/2021

Paying for fertility treatments
Everything I wish I'd known on my quest to have a baby.
Article
10/12/2021

Here's what a new car costs the average American
Here's how much a new car really costs these days, and budget-friendly alternatives.
Article
10/11/2021

Traveling to attend a wedding? 4 ways to make it more affordable
Costs can add up quickly when you’re traveling for a wedding. Here are a few ways to make it easier on the wallet.
Article
09/23/2021

6 tips for traveling when money is tight
Here's how you can take a vacation, within your budget.
Article
08/20/2021

Money and your relationship
It's easy to let your heart make decisions in a romantic relationship, but it's important to take the time to talk about financial topics too.
Article
08/13/2021

How to save for short-term goals
Here's what it takes to save for 3 common expenses.
Article
07/28/2021


A simple rule for saving & spending
This budgeting guideline can help you feel more in control of your money and make faster progress toward your goals.
Article
07/12/2021

3 ways to effortlessly boost your emergency fund
Maintaining a hefty emergency fund is one of the keys to financial security. Learn more here.
Article
06/07/2021

4 times my emergency fund has saved me from disaster
Most financial experts recommend saving up an emergency fund large enough to cover several months of living expenses. Learn more here.
Article
06/07/2021

Use this trick to help your money grow
It sounds too easy but automating your savings really works.
Article
06/04/2021

5 costs to plan for during pregnancy
There are five big costs you should be prepared to incur when you are pregnant. Learn more here.
Article
05/10/2021

5 steps to take control of your finances
If you're unsure about the future, it can make sense to have more and spend less.
Article
11/25/2020

Refinancing your student loan, step by step
Once you refinance your student loans, you can’t reverse it. Here are 4 steps you can take when considering student loan repayment.
Article
08/06/2020

Understand how risk works and why you need it
Understand the ins and outs of risk to help make informed decisions about how much risk is right for you. Learn how to manage your investment portfolio here.
Article
08/06/2020

Should you save or invest your extra cash?
Investing involves the same behavior as saving—putting away money gradually over time to achieve a financial goal.
Article
08/06/2020

5 questions to ask yourself when buying your first car
If you’re looking to buy your first car, you might end up getting in over your head.
Article
07/02/2020

Having a baby? 5 things you shouldn’t overspend on.
Article
07/01/2020

4 steps to determine how much house you can (really) afford
Buying a house is exciting and stressful and there are infinite factors to consider such as, home affordability. These 4 steps may help with your big decision.
Article
01/14/2020

3 things to consider when combining assets with your partner
Bringing your partner into your finances proves commitment to your relationship. Read about how to plan ways to merge assets with your partner here.
Article
01/14/2020

4 financial conversations to have with your partner before parenthood
Having a baby with your significant other is exciting and deserves to be in agreement on certain topics. Consider these 4 key financial conversations before having a baby.
Article
09/19/2019

3 hacks I use to save money on travel
Setting aside money in your personal budget is great, but sometimes it takes a little more strategy. Here are three smart ways to help make traveling more affordable.
Article
09/04/2019

How to protect your credit when buying a new car
Unless you can pay for a new car in cash, you’ll need to get financing to make the purchase. Learn how to help protect your credit when buying a car here.
Article
09/03/2019

4 signs a starter home is right for you
Jumping into homeownership as a first time home buyer is exciting! Read over the signs that can help you decide if you're ready for a starter home.
Article
09/03/2019

How much does it cost to own a car?
The numbers tend to pile up pretty quickly, but many people don't really consider the full cost when buying a car. Learn tips on owning a car here.
Article
09/03/2019

Dividing your home in divorce
When dealing with the division of a home. You know what's best for your family. This article discusses the 3 options available that may impact your decision from a financial standpoint.
Article
09/03/2019

5 hacks to prevent falling into credit card debt
With some helpful hacks, you can avoid spending too much and prevent credit card debt. Learn more here.
Article
06/13/2019

Financial considerations for the future: buying a house
Are there reasons to put off buying a home even if it’s something you want? Here are a few things you should consider when thinking about being a homeowner.
Article
06/07/2019

Here's how student loans affect your credit score
One of the most common debts to hover over your life for decades is student loans. Learn how your student loans could affect your credit score here.
Article
05/27/2019

7 reasons for your credit score drop (and how to fix it)
Figuring out what happened to your credit and how to fix the issue can be tough. Here are all the possible problems that could have caused your credit score drop.
Article
05/08/2019

5 tips for new grads
For new grads this spring, finding helpful tips to help you get started on building your career path may be tricky. Read here for more career tips and information.
Article
04/19/2019

A cheat sheet for first-time home buyers in today's tight market
Potential first-time buyers have been forced to compromise when making their homeownership dreams a reality. Read more about first-time home buying here.
Article
04/18/2019

Should you refinance your federal student loans?
When you refinance student loans, your monthly payment method changes. This article provides several smart points to consider when refinancing student loans.
Article
04/18/2019

4 financial steps to consider before you start a family
Thinking about starting a family? Here are some important steps that you should consider when financially prepping for you and your family's future.
Article
12/13/2018

Real estate agents answer: What makes a winning offer?
How do you make a winning offer and stand out from the crowd when purchasing your first home? Real estate agents share their best advice and break down real estate concepts for first-time homebuyers.
Article
11/28/2018

5 steps to take before shopping for your first home
Are you shopping for a new home? This article outlines 5 steps to take before you start shopping for a new home to help you throughout the home buying process.
Article
02/15/2018

5 ways to save thousands on your first home purchase
Are you in the process of buying your first home? This article outlines how you could save thousands of dollars during the home buying process.
Article
01/23/2018

What is an ETF?
A relatively new investment type, an ETF is a basket of securities that you can buy or sell through a brokerage firm on a stock exchange. (3:43)
Video
08/11/2016

Buy vs. lease?
Which one is right for you?
Figuring out whether to buy or lease a car is not as complicated as you might think. Check out this infographic and learn which option might be best for you.
Article
06/30/2016

Money basics: How to prioritize debt
Between credit cards, student loans, and mortgages, there are many types of debt out there. Watch this video for three tips that can help you tackle it all. (1:55)
Video
05/28/2015