Do you struggle with financial discipline? If so, you’re not alone. It’s not because you’re lazy or bad with money. It’s because temptations to spend are built into everyday life. If you’re like many people, you want to learn how to avoid impulse spend…
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Many people think that the more you have in a savings account, the better. But that’s not necessarily true. It’s important to keep enough in your account to cover unexpected expenses, but having too much means you might be missing out on higher returns…
If you’re shopping around for loans, you might notice that some have a “fixed rate” and others have a “variable rate.” A variable-rate loan may start with a lower rate than a fixed-rate loan, which can make it a more appealing option. When money’…
Borrowing money can feel simple right up until the fine print starts throwing terms at you, such as “APR,” “loan term,” “principal” and “interest.” Suddenly, what seemed straightforward starts feeling like a pop quiz you didn’t study for. Let’s l…
Nobody plans to fall behind on payments. But life happens, and when it does, unexpected expenses or emergencies can make it difficult to keep up with bills. When a lender begins collection efforts, understanding how debt recovery works gives you the kn…
Car loans are secured debt. Almost every auto loan you get from a dealer, bank, credit union, or online lender is secured by the vehicle itself. What Secured vs. Unsecured Actually Means Secured debt is backed by an asset, called collateral, that…
Math is important for money management, but the numbers aren’t everything. Mindset matters—a lot. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of “never enough,” you’ve experienced a scarcity mindset. Living out of scarcity can do a number on your …
Debt collectors are known to be pushy. Fortunately, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) gives you tools to make sure that you only pay what you owe. One of these tools is debt validation. Here’s what you need to know. What Is Debt Vali…
There is a version of burnout that does not come from work or money. It comes from being the person everyone knows they can call. The one who answers the phone. The one who steps in. The one who explains things, fixes things, encourages people, and hol…
Many people never learned the financial literacy basics when they were younger. When you don’t understand how finances work on a fundamental level, managing your money is a lot harder. When you’re financially literate, you…