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Debt Management
Debt Settlement Vs. Debt Management Programs: Which Is Right For You?
Debt management or debt settlement? Both can address debts that have gotten out of control. Debt management includes nonprofit credit counseling services.
Jul 18, 2026
Debt Management
Pros And Cons Of Debt Management
Is a debt management plan, or DMP, the right answer for paying off unsecured debt? Learn the pros and cons of debt management plans to help you decide.
Jun 20, 2026
Investing
Put Options: What They Are, How They Work and How to Trade Them
A put option ("put") is a contract that gives the owner the right to sell an underlying security at a set price (“strike price”) before a certain date (“expiration”).
Aug 8, 2026
Debt Management
Debt Settlement Negotiations: A Guide To DIY
Debt settlement can be facilitated by a debt settlement company, or you can opt for do-it-yourself negotiations, whether with an original credit or a debt collector.
Jun 20, 2026
Budget Planner
How to Create a Spending Plan
Ensure your savings are solid, investigate your money worries and build your spending muscles to develop a sustainable spending plan.
Aug 8, 2026
Investing
What Are Call Options and How Do They Work? 3 Examples
What will a stock be worth at a future date? Buying a call option bets on “more.” Selling a call bets on “less.” Here are 3 examples of call options trading.
Aug 8, 2026
Investing
Are You On Track For Retirement? Here’s How To Check
A NerdWallet survey finds that few Americans have checked in on their retirement savings progress.
Aug 8, 2026
Investing
6 Types of Stocks You Should Know
A stock is an investment into a public company. When a company sells shares of stock to the public, those shares are typically issued as one of two main types…
Aug 8, 2026
Budget Planner
Low-Buy Year: How I Cut Spending and Stress
Low-buy challenges help stop overconsumption in its tracks. To get started, identify your pain points, set realistic goals and track your progress to see the best results.
Aug 8, 2026
Budget Planner
How to Survive a Period of Unemployment
Going without income as a result of unemployment creates financial stress, but there are ways to make it a little bit easier.
Aug 8, 2026
Budget Planner
What Is the Statute of Limitations on Debt?
The statute of limitations on debt varies, but is typically three to six years. You can't legally be sued for payment when a debt is past the statute of limitations, or "time-barred."
Aug 8, 2026
Investing
Day Trading Taxes, Rates, and How to Pay Less
Day trading stocks offers huge potential rewards and huge potential losses. It also offers some really sweet tax breaks — if you qualify.
Aug 8, 2026