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Crowdfunding has forever changed charity-giving.  Organizations can now raise tons of money in a short order. But, this accessibility also opens the door to increased fraud. Here’s how crowdfunding scams…

Opening and managing credit cards responsibly is crucial to establishing your credit history, which impacts your eligibility and future loan rates. Here’s what to know about opening credit cards and…

Love and Money: Financial Red Flags in Relationships and How to Avoid Them Money can’t buy love, but it sure can strain it. While it’s normal for couples to have…

You give your abs a daily workout, but are you neglecting those money muscles? Here’s why being financially fit is super-important and how you can overcome common barriers to financial…

Have the irresponsible financial decisions you’ve made while in your 20s left you with piles of debt and other repercussions? Lucky for you, there’s hope! Here are six of the…

If you’ve ever gone to a store for milk and left with a new throw pillow, two candles and a gourmet snack you didn’t know you liked, you’re not alone.…

Financial setbacks come in all shapes and sizes. It can be an expensive household repair, a medical emergency, getting laid off or the birth of a baby. Whatever the situation,…

A new year brings new opportunities — and when it comes to your finances, there’s no better time to reset, refocus and make plans. Here are eight financial tasks to…

Hallelujah! You made it through the pre-holiday season and you’ve managed to stick to your budget! But, wait. You might have already crossed off every gift on your list, booked…

Congratulations! You’ve expecting a baby and you’re breathless with excitement — and nerves. A baby means big changes, and a part of those changes is lots of new expenses. How…

Black Friday is the bargain-hunter’s dream, but it’s a game that’s gotta be played right. Follow these hacks to score big during the biggest shopping day of the year.  Do…

You’ve heard the irritating advertisements. You’ve seen the flailing inflatables. You’ve considered the irresistible offers. “Buy today with no money down and zero interest!” The ads are everywhere when you…