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7 personal finance influencers share lessons learned from their biggest financial regret
Personal finance influencers have financial regrets, too — here’s what they learned.
6 min read Aug 14, 2023 -
How race impacts credit: the history and effect on lending practices
Anyone can build credit and policies now exist to combat lending discrimination.
8 min read Aug 11, 2023 -
How to pay off parent PLUS loans
Here’s how to tackle your student loan debt once your child graduates.
6 min read Aug 09, 2023 -
Travel vs. savings: Many Americans are prioritizing wanderlust amid economic uncertainty
Choosing between travel or savings this summer? It’s possible to budget for both.
8 min read Aug 04, 2023 -
How to destroy a metal credit card
When scissors aren’t enough to destroy your metal credit cards, try these methods instead.
3 min read Jul 31, 2023 -
Can you pay a credit card with another credit card?
Credit card debt can be tricky, but a balance transfer card may be able to help.
5 min read Jul 28, 2023 -
What do the 3 credit bureaus do?
Equifax, Experian and TransUnion are the three major credit bureaus.
5 min read Jul 27, 2023 -
College tuition inflation: How the cost of college has risen over time
The cost of public universities in the U.S. has nearly tripled since the 1980s.
6 min read Jul 26, 2023 -
Meet the ‘sandwich generation’: Gen Xers are burnt out and stressed about money
Gen Xers are the most financially stressed generation as they juggle working and caregiving.
8 min read Jul 24, 2023 -
Survey: 47% of U.S. adults have at least one unused gift card
Checked your drawers recently? 47% of Americans have unused gift cards.
5 min read Jul 24, 2023
