Upside to Inflation: The No-Debt Vacation
Recent studies show more Americans are budgeting to pay cash for their summer travel plans.
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Americans Feel COVID Long Haul in Their Wallets
More than two years into the global health crisis and many are still blowing through their savings.
Financial Damage From COVID Is a Wake-Up Call for Younger Americans
Gen Z and Millennials want professional help paying down debt.
Americans Are More Scared Of Inflation Than COVID
Vaccine access has eased anxiety about the pandemic, but not the economy.
Nearly Two Years into the Pandemic: Office Workers Are Still Concerned With COVID Safety Precautions
Increased vaccination rates haven’t stopped employees from quitting in droves due to pandemic safety concerns.
New Survey Shows Americans Worried About 2022 Finances
A new survey finds many Americans pessimistic about improving finances in the upcoming year.
How to Deal with Pandemic Price Hikes
You can’t change the economy, but you can change your spending.
America’s Latest Pandemic Fear Has Nothing to Do With Health
The fear is financially-related. And it’s motivating many to take action.
Millions of Americans Unable to Pay Bills Due to the Pandemic
New report finds American households still struggling to pay rent and put food on the table.
New Survey Finds Americans Slammed by Pandemic Price Hikes
Consumers feel the pinch of rising costs, from groceries to the gas pump.
Make Sure You’re Immune to These COVID-19 Vaccine “Survey” Scams
Scammers take a stab at preying on public health fears with COVID-19 schemes.
4 Red Flags of a Stimulus Payment Scam
Don’t get conned by scammers cashing in on Americans’ need for fast stimulus payments.
HerMoney and Debt.com Survey: Pandemic Might Have “Silver Lining”
COVID-19 has changed how we think about our healthcare and our social lives. Will it change how we think about our finances?
How COVID-19 Permanently Changed the Way We Think About Money
From small things (utility bills) to big things (banking), Americans will earn and spend differently long after the pandemic ends
8 Essential Rules for Surviving Financial Hardship
Acting quickly will help you understand solutions, limit the damage, and have more hope for the future.
How to Raise Your Credit Score During a Pandemic – While Being a Couch Potato
Experian Boost will now reward you for watching Netflix. Expect others to follow.
Facing Divorce From COVID-19? Here are 7 Ways to Avoid Debt
Take these proactive steps to keep new debt from cramping your post-divorce style.
7 Questions to Ask Before Requesting a Credit Limit Increase During COVID-19
Thinking about raising your card’s credit limit? Ask yourself these soul-searching questions first.
Wise Tips to Manage FOMO During the Pandemic
Is FOMO (fear of missing out) causing you to take more risks – financial and otherwise – during the pandemic?
6 Celebrities Whose Companies Received COVID-19 Relief Loans
These celebrity-linked companies received up to millions of dollars in forgivable government loans pegged for struggling small businesses.
How can I Protect My Credit Score During COVID-19?
Don’t allow your credit to take a hit from these crucial credit score components.
Could You Be a Target for COVID-19 Extortion?
Watch for these red flags of scammers threatening to expose compromising online activities.
5 Ways Parents Can Stay Sane When Working From Home
New office setting due to the pandemic? Here’s how parents can stay as productive as ever.
6 Signs of a COVID-19 Contact Tracing Scam
Here’s how to avoid unwittingly giving away sensitive information in the interest of public health.
6 Ways the Government May Give You Free Money During COVID-19
Congress is debating how Americans could get more financial relief.
Where’s My Stimulus Check? 6 Reasons You Didn’t Get it Yet
It could be as simple as user error. But some Americans have been scammed.
5 Things to Know About the Home Office Tax Deduction and Coronavirus
Find out who qualifies for the home office tax deduction and how to claim this valuable tax break.
Survey Shows Americans Looking for Pandemic-Proof Employment
The COVID-19 crisis has millions of people looking for a new line of work.
People of Color are Suffering From the Pandemic in More Ways Than Just Their Health
COVID-19 has taken a financial toll on Hispanics and African-Americans more than white people, multiple studies show
6 Ways to Protect Your Credit During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Here’s how to keep your credit rating in good health, even in scary financial times.
How These 3 Small Businesses Kept The Doors Open During COVID-19
The owners created pandemic-themed products that boosted their bottom line.
7 Things to Do When Facing Eviction for Not Paying Rent
You and your landlord each have rights in the eviction process. Make sure you know yours.
5 Companies That Thrived During the COVID-19 Shutdown
Non-perishables and video games are skyrocketing.
More Americans Carry Credit Card Debt Due to COVID-19
A surge in unemployment forced many to rely on plastic to make ends meet.
Survey Finds College Students Shifting Views on Spending and Saving
College students cram on financial preparedness due to COVID-19.
What the HEROES Act Says About Private Student Loans
Experts say it’s one of the biggest government efforts – but may not help much.
A CPA’s COVID-19 Diagnosis
I’m no doctor, but I know all about financial ailments. After three decades, I can spot the symptoms of money woes. This pandemic will destroy lives in more ways than you think – and some of it is our fault.
How the Pandemic has Impacted Financial Security in America: a Month-by-Month Look
Americans felt confident in their finances – but not anymore.
7 Things You Can Sell Online Fast When Money is Tight Due to COVID-19
A quick inventory around your home could bring in hundreds of dollars to help pay bills.
5 of the Weirdest Ways Charities are Raising Financial Aid for COVID-19
Regardless of the amount of money raised, these people are getting creative in order to help people impacted by COVID-19.
5 States With the Most Unemployment Claims Since COVID-19 Outbreak
Only one of the top five is a Democratic-leaning state.
5 Strategies to Manage Finances During Coronavirus Uncertainty
Feeling uncertain about how to handle your money or investments during the coronavirus pandemic?
How to Manage Unemployment and Lost Business Income
Find out how to get all the benefits you’re eligible for after losing a job or business income due to the coronavirus crisis.
9 Ways to Save Money on Groceries During the Coronavirus Crisis
Staying home means buying lots of groceries, but there are still plenty of ways to cut costs.
The Cost of Testing and Treatment for the Coronavirus
If severe symptoms occur, Americans can expect to pay an average of $20,000.
6 Tips to Prevent Food Waste During the Coronavirus
Now that your refrigerator is packed for self-quarantine, don’t let all that food go to waste.
4 Benefits the Government Is Offering Small Businesses During the Pandemic
The CARES Act has given business owners more options.
How 9 Major Credit Card Issuers are Responding to COVID-19
Having trouble making monthly payments? Reaching out to your credit card company may help.
When Should a Small Business File for Bankruptcy During the Pandemic?
It’s a hard choice to make, so we talked to an expert to help you decide.
How Much Will Stimulus Checks Help Americans?
For most, only for a few months. And more than half don’t even know how much they’ll receive.