On November 22, 2022, the student loan payment pause was extended until the U.S. Department of Education is permitted to implement the debt relief program or the litigation is resolved. Payments will restart 60 days later. If the debt relief program has not been implemented and the litigation has not been resolved by June 30, 2023 – payments will resume 60 days after that. Learn More

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Filing Taxes From a Side Hustle

Side hustles are a popular way to make extra money, pay down debt, and boost savings. According to a 2022 […]

Family buying a house with student loan debt

2023-01-25

Should I Buy a House While I Still Have Student Loan Debt?

For millions of people, owning a home is a quintessential part of the American dream. But with so many young […]

2023-01-09

9 Advantages of Having a Good Credit Score

If you have been paying your bills on time and have achieved a high credit score, congratulations! A high credit […]

Young Asian woman sitting by couch on computer.

2022-08-04

Medical Debt Is Being Wiped Off Credit Reports

If unpaid medical bills have affected your credit score, then a recent update from Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion may be […]

Black women using cell phone to look at social media.

2022-07-26

9 Personal Finance Influencers You Should Follow

Learning about a complicated topic is always easier when you have a good teacher. Unfortunately, most of us don’t get […]

College student reading a personal finance book

2022-07-21

5 Personal Finance Books for College Students

If you’re looking to get your finances in shape, one of the best ways to start is by learning from […]

Black family helping daughter move back home.

2022-07-08

Moving Back Home After College: Tips to Make The Best of It

If you are thinking about living at home after college, it’s helpful to make a plan first. This guide to […]

2022-05-18

How to Stop Emotional Spending

It’s been a long day. You didn’t sleep well last night. Your boss found a mistake in that report you […]

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2022-05-16

What Is a High-Yield Savings Account?

While a savings account can be a safe place to set aside money for a rainy day, traditional savings accounts […]

2022-05-13

Student Loan Debt and Mental Health

Student loans are more than a financial burden—they can also impact your mental health. In fact, a 2021 study […]

2022-05-06

How to Build Credit In Your 20s

You may not realize it yet, but your credit plays a huge role in your life. It impacts whether you […]

Recent college graduate working from home.

2022-04-20

7 Best Work from Home Jobs for Recent Graduates

One of the things we learned from the pandemic is that many jobs can be done from home. While some […]