Money

Financial Freedom: What It Really Means and How to Achieve It (No Lottery Ticket Required)
“Financial freedom” gets thrown around a lot—usually with images of yachts, luxury cars, or...
How to Boost Your Credit Score Fast (Without Doing Anything Sketchy)
A good credit score can open doors to better loan rates, credit cards, and even rental approvals....
How to Build an Emergency Fund (Even If You’re Broke)
Let’s be real—saving money is hard. Between rent, bills, groceries, and the occasional (okay,...
The Best Ways to Support Your Teen as They Start Applying For College
Heading off to college is one of the most important times in a young adult’s life—and as your teen...
How to Finally Pay Off Debt (And Stay Debt-Free for Good)
Debt can feel like a never-ending cycle. Just when you think you're making progress, another bill, interest charge, or unexpected expense sets you back. If you're tired of watching your paycheck disappear before you even get to enjoy it, you're not alone. The good news? Paying off debt is possible—even if it feels overwhelming right now. With a solid plan, smart habits, and a little patience, you can finally break free from debt and stay that way for good. 1. Know Exactly How Much You Owe It’s...
How to Build an Emergency Fund (Even If You’re Broke)
Let’s be real—saving money is hard. Between rent, bills, groceries, and the occasional (okay, frequent) coffee run, it might feel like there’s never enough left over to save. But having an emergency fund is one of the smartest financial moves you can make. Life is unpredictable, and having a financial safety net can keep you from falling into debt when unexpected expenses arise. The good news? You don’t need a six-figure salary to start building one. Even if you’re broke, here’s how to create...
Intro To Index Funds: Why People Love Them and Why They Work
If you’re thinking about changing your bank anytime soon, it might be tempting to just go with whatever bank is closest to your home or workplace.

The Best Ways to Support Your Teen as They Start Applying For College
Heading off to college is one of the most important times in a young adult’s life—and as your teen starts to prepare for applying to schools, they’ll need your love and support. Here are some of the best ways to help them throughout the college application process. Ready to start shopping for college? Here's three of our top picks! Take The Time To Tour The Campuses They’re Most Interested In If your teen has a few top choices they are planning to apply to, or if they’ve already been accepted...

Stop impulsive shopping with these 3 tricks
Shopping is a fun experience for most people and even small purchases throughout the day can boost your spirits. But impulse purchases can have a negative effect on your pocketbook and might be costing you more money than you’d expect. If you’re guilty of being a serial impulse purchaser, eliminate the habit by employing these three tactics. Figure out where you impulse buy most Before you can even start thinking about creating a new budget, you need to understand what you’re spending most of...