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Debt Management
One Company Will Pay You $2,500 to Watch 25 Christmas Movies in December
It’s the most wonderful time of the year but also one of the most expensive. If you’re like most Americans, you’re making your list and checking it twice against your savings account. According to Statista, the average shopper is expected to spend $1,014 on gifts leading up to Christmas, which is about a 10% increase...
Apr 4, 2026
Insurance
Buying a Backyard Trampoline? Here’s How It’ll Affect Your Home Insurance
If your kids are bouncing off the walls all the time, you may be thinking of buying a trampoline. Better they bounce around in the backyard, right? With summer here and kids home from school, a lot of parents have the same idea. But not surprisingly, homeowners insurance companies aren’t too fond of trampolines because...
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
How to Build a Realistic Two-Week Grocery Budget
A realistic two-week grocery budget covers 14 days of meals, snacks and household basics without forcing you into last-minute store runs. For many households, that lands somewhere between $150 and $300, but the right number depends on household size, where you live, how often you cook and whether you’re feeding kids or covering special diets....
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
You Could Be Missing Out on Free Student Aid if You Skip This Deadline
Don’t miss these FAFSA deadlines if you want to qualify for federal student aid. Here’s why you should submit your info even at the end of the school year.
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
Medicaid Is Ending for Millions: What to Do If You Lose Coverage
Up to 15 million people nationwide are expected to lose their Medicaid coverage in the coming weeks and months. Over the past three years, people enrolled in Medicaid did not need to recertify their income eligibility to maintain coverage. States were required to keep people continuously enrolled through the end of the COVID-19 public health...
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
Credit Union Or Big Bank? Key Differences Explained
Choosing where to keep your money involves more than just convenience. Credit unions and big banks follow different models that influence everything from fees to customer service. While both offer similar core services, how they operate and what they prioritize can lead to very different experiences for account holders. Here’s a closer look at their...
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
Just Like That – $39 Billion in Student Debt Canceled for 800K Borrowers
For more than 800,000 student loan borrowers, today is a day to celebrate. Though President Joe Biden’s general student loan forgiveness plan was blocked by the Supreme Court, the Biden administration has canceled the remaining student loan debt – totalling $39 billion – for one set of borrowers. Essentially, the latest round of forgiveness is...
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
Losing A Long-Term Job? Here’s How To Move Forward Smartly
Losing a role you’ve held for decades reshapes more than your daily routine—it challenges your sense of purpose. As identity shifts, uncertainty can cloud what comes next. Yet this moment can also discover new direction and strength. Instead of standing still, here are 15 steps to move forward. Negotiate Your Exit Package Again Amy Hirschi/Unsplash...
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
Best Credit Cards to Use at Walmart
Although Walmart is frequently a quarterly bonus category for several cards, it will take some juggling to consistently maximize your rewards at the world's largest retailer.
May 2, 2026
Budget Planner
Tired Of Spare Change? Here’s Where To Put It to Good Use
Gadini/Pixabay Coins pile up in jars, drawers and forgotten corners, but that loose change doesn’t have to stay stuck. Finding places that accept coins without taking a cut can turn that clutter into something useful. This list includes simple spots and smart ideas where spare change becomes a real value, with no hassle involved. Local...
Apr 18, 2026
Investing
A Guide to Mutual Funds for People Who Don’t Speak Wall Street
You’ve probably heard Wall Street people talk about them on TV, but you might still be wondering: What is a mutual fund? We break it down.
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
Debt Management vs Debt Consolidation: Which Can Help You?
When you decide to take on that credit card debt, there are two common options: debt management and debt consolidation. But which one is right for you? We outline the pros and cons of each.
Apr 4, 2026