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How Your Financial Institution Can Help You Dig Out of Debt
High interest rates and inflation have helped add to Americans’ credit card debt. Your bank or credit union might be able to help you dig out.
By Kevin Brauer, MBA, CPA, CMA
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Six Tasks That Can Help You Feel Better About Your Money
Even small and gradual changes can have a big impact on your financial situation and how you feel about it.
By David Kimball
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Is It Worth Chasing Credit Card Rewards If You're In Debt?
Two out of three Americans in debt are chasing credit card rewards. Do your brain a favor and try this instead.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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SECURE 2.0 Act Now Helps Lighten the Burden of Student Loans
Employers can attract talented employees with a new benefit: a matching contribution to an employee's 401(k) when they make payments on their student debt.
By Mary K. Moreland
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Biden Cancels $1.2 Billion in Student Loan Debt: What To Know
Biden forgives $1.2 billion in student loan debt for nearly 153,000 borrowers.
By Joey Solitro
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Workplace Financial Coaching Has Become Ever More Important
Employees face growing challenges to their financial wellness today, so it’s more critical than ever that employers provide the help they need to navigate them.
By Greg Ward, CFP®
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For a Good Time Managing Your Money, Call on These Apps
Budgeting Budgeting, saving and getting out of debt aren’t normally associated with fun, but these eight apps aim to make personal finance less of a grind for you.
By Marguerita M. Cheng, CFP® & RICP®
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How to Get on the Same Financial Page as a Couple
Starting with knowing where your significant other is coming from and why can help you address your money differences as a couple.
By Kelly Gallimore, ChFC®, CES®
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Need Help Digging Out of Debt? What You Can Do
Beware of ‘debt relief’ services that sound too good to be true. There are other alternatives for helping you get a handle on your debt.
By David Kimball
