Budgeting basics
A budget is a spending plan that helps you understand how much money you're making and where you're spending it. A budget is the cornerstone of a strong financial plan.
Budgeting tips
Essential reading
Additional savings tips
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Survey: Nearly one-third of Americans dealing with lower income due to coronavirus outbreak
Half of those same households report having taken on more debt.
7 min read Apr 19, 2021 -
Ally Bank rolls out new features making it easier for consumers to save
Here’s what the online bank is offering to help customers boost their savings and meet financial goals.
3 min read Feb 08, 2022 -
Americans are still making these 7 silly savings mistakes
These common mistakes are costing us a huge chunk of change.
4 min read Mar 06, 2024 -
Are Christmas club accounts still a good idea?
These holiday savings accounts are still available at many small banks and credit unions. But are they the best way to save?
3 min read Sep 19, 2022 -
A growing percentage of Americans have no emergency savings whatsoever
Nearly 3 in 10 adults would be at a loss if they suddenly needed to cover a costly expense.
4 min read Jan 25, 2023 -
Survey: 21% of working Americans aren’t saving anything at all
Many Americans are adding nothing to their savings. These are the biggest reasons.
5 min read Sep 01, 2022 -
6 financial goals to achieve before you die
Life is short! Accomplishing these goals will help you live a better life.
3 min read Feb 27, 2024 -
7 tips for choosing a savings account when interest rates increase
Interest rates are on the rise. Follow these tips to find a savings account that can keep up.
3 min read Sep 21, 2022 -
Parents have trouble saving because of mortgage payments, Bankrate survey finds
A new Bankrate survey also finds 1 in 4 Americans is open to buying a home in 2017.
4 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
Meet 2 people whose emergency funds rescued them
1 in 4 Americans has no savings, our survey finds. Here’s how stashed cash can help.
4 min read Feb 25, 2020 -
Survey: If you’re bummed that your income isn’t budging, join the crowd
Impatience with income has led to a wavering sense of financial security in the U.S.
2 min read Jun 16, 2022 -
Millennials increase their savings but financial security slips
20% of Americans don’t have any savings, but millennials buck the trend.
3 min read Apr 27, 2022 -
6 tips for financial planning in your 40s
Finances can be complicated for those 40 and up. Here’s how to make your 40s fabulous.
5 min read Jun 20, 2024 -
America’s best savers are not the wealthy
When we asked people how much they save, the answer was surprising.
3 min read Feb 02, 2022 -
5 tips for refocusing on financial goals
You started the year with financial goals but haven’t kept up. Now’s the time to recommit.
4 min read Dec 16, 2021