Does It Ever Make Sense to Use Your 401(k) To Pay Off Debt?
Financial experts generally agree it is best not to touch your 401(k) until you are in your retirement years. But there can be times when it is...
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Avoid These Credit Card Traps This Holiday Season
The holiday season is here, and you know what that means. It’s time to shop ‘til you drop! But if you’re not careful, you could spend more than you...
How to Protect Yourself from Check Fraud
According to a study done by the Federal Reserve, the number of checks written by consumers, businesses, and government entities dropped by 7.2% a...
Mistakes to Avoid When Transferring a Credit Balance
Balance transfer credit cards can help you get out of high-interest debt quickly and efficiently. You may have received offers for these types of...
The Best Type of Bank Accounts for Achieving Your Life Goals
When it comes to personal bank accounts, you probably think of basic checking and savings options. But there are different kinds of accounts you...
What Qualifies as a Good Credit Score, and How Do You Get (Or Keep) One?
You probably know how important it is to have a good credit score. But what qualifies as, “Good?” How do you make sure you get – and keep – yours in...
Helping Young Adults Build Credit
One thing financial experts agree on is it is essential parents begin talking about finances with children from a very young age. And it should not...
Simple Ways to Avoid Getting into Debt This Holiday Season
Before you know it, the holidays will be here. Time for parties, good food, and all the gifts! If you become stressed thinking about how you will...
How Getting Married or Divorced Can Impact You in Retirement
Many of us spend years planning for our retirement. And chances are while making the look ahead, you don’t factor other major life changes like...
Ways to Automate Your Savings
Have you ever wished you could put more money in savings? The goal can often feel daunting. But MarketWatch helps make it easy with information on...
Tips for Saving on Groceries
There is a lot of talk about the economy and inflation these days. Especially the rising cost of items at your local grocery store. Many families are...
These Myths About Debt Consolidation Could Be Keeping You From Making the Right Financial Move
You might have thought about how you can consolidate your debt and pay it down faster. Then you heard these popular myths about debt consolidation,...