Everything You Need to Know About Borrowing Money for College
It’s critical to understand the ins and outs of borrowing for college before taking out a loan.
How to Manage Competing Financial Priorities
Following these tips can help you effectively make space in your budget for everything that matters to you.
Federal Judge Halts Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Plan: What to Know
President Joe Biden’s ongoing efforts to alleviate the burden of student loan debt have hit another significant obstacle.
Taxpayers to Benefit from IRS Program
The IRS plans to broaden Direct File’s availability to make more taxpayers eligible by 2025 and beyond.
Taking Out Student Loans? How to Borrow Strategically
With a record $1.7 trillion in outstanding student loan debt among U.S. students, it’s likely that your own debt is burdensome on your wallet. Here are several tips that can help.
Increase Your Credit Score with These Strategies
Want to work on improving your credit but not sure where to start? Increasing your credit score involves a combination of responsible financial habits, strategic use of credit, and timely payments. Here are several strategic ways to improve your credit score: By consistently applying these strategies, you can gradually improve your credit score over time,…
Ways Men Can Help Advocate for Women’s Pay Equity
The issue of pay equity amongst men and women has been an exhausting but necessary topic as more women continue to shatter glass ceilings while taking on bigger roles in their careers.
Things are Not Always What They Seem: Beware of Identity Fraud
Familiarize yourself with these identity fraud scams designed to trick you into giving up your “financial DNA” and turn over your personal identifiable information to imposters.
5 Money-Saving Strategies to Beat the Inflation Blues
Check out these five money-saving strategies that can help you beat inflation.
How to Ask for a Pay Raise at Your Job
Asking for a raise can be a delicate task, but with the right approach, it can be done effectively.
IRS Announces Permanent Expansion of Direct File for 2025 Tax Season
The IRS plans to broaden Direct File’s availability to make more taxpayers eligible by 2025 and beyond.
Working on Your Financial Progress? Here are 5 Tips You Can Start Implementing Today
Making financial progress can often feel like an uphill climb. However, with the right tools and mindset, it doesn’t have to be an unpleasant experience or a huge weight on your shoulders.
Understanding the Benefits of Cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrencies are digital forms of money that operate on decentralized networks, unlike traditional currencies that are issued by governments. Bitcoin, the first cryptocurrency introduced in 2009 by an entity known as Satoshi Nakamoto, inspired the development of numerous additional digital currencies. Transactions involving cryptocurrencies occur through blockchain technology, which ensures transparency, military-grade encryption for security,…
5 Financial Tips for New College Graduates
Finance professionals say these five strategies can help you hit the ground running during this transitional phase of life.
Americans Say an Hour of Their Time is Worth $240, According to New Empower Research
Americans say their time is worth $240 per hour, on average, according to new research from Empower, a financial services company.
Why Anxiety, Dishonesty and Evasion Are So Common Where Money is Concerned
The inaugural “Wells Fargo Money Study” surveyed American adults and teens to uncover candid truths about their current finances, money stories, personal goals and other issues related to their attitudes toward money.
Experts Say Viewing Your Car as an Investment Can Improve Your Finances
Rather than seeing your vehicle as a piece of equipment that needs to be replaced frequently, like a cellphone, for example, it may be smarter to treat your car as a long-term asset that you can feel comfortable owning and driving for years, which could save you thousands of dollars.
How to Build, Maintain and Improve Your Credit
How can you get the credit you need when you have little or negative credit history to start with? Don’t get discouraged, though; there are many ways you can build, rebuild or improve your credit.
Still Haven’t Filed Your Taxes? You’ve Got This! 7 Tips to Help You Get It Done
Haven’t filed your taxes yet? It’s coming down to the wire, but there’s still time.
NAREB Calls to Increase African American Homeownership Across America
In more than 100 cities across the United States, seminars and one-on-one sessions will empower communities with steps toward homeownership, property investment, starting a business, free credit bureau reports, and other wealth-building opportunities.