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How to start (and build) a medical emergency fund
A medical emergency fund can help you or a family member if health insurance doesn’t cover everything.
5 min read Sep 21, 2022 -
Opening up a bank account while abroad: Everything U.S. citizens need to know
Here’s when it makes sense to open a bank account abroad and tips for choosing the bank.
7 min read Aug 09, 2022 -
What is a bank statement?
Knowing how to read your bank account statement can nip problems in the bud. Here’s our guide.
4 min read Sep 02, 2022 -
9 ways to save on back-to-school shopping
Follow these tips to shop smarter for school supplies.
4 min read Dec 21, 2022 -
Top banks for student athletes in 2022
Learn more about gaining financial independence and knowledge as a student athlete.
7 min read Jul 22, 2022 -
How to save money as a high school student in 2022
Saving money as a high school student isn’t always easy, but there are means of doing so.
6 min read Sep 19, 2022 -
Survey: Has inflation peaked? Here’s what the nation’s top economists say
Americans are desperately waiting for some relief from inflation.
4 min read Jul 07, 2022 -
Survey: Experts see higher unemployment and job growth slowdown as recession risks rise
The results highlight experts’ concerns about the U.S. economy.
4 min read Aug 22, 2022 -
Red-hot inflation is raising prices on everyday essentials — here’s what’s rising the most
Americans are finding it impossible to avoid inflation.
9 min read Sep 07, 2022 -
Survey: There’s a 52% chance of an upcoming recession, say top economists
The majority put the economy’s recession chances at 50 percent or more.
5 min read Aug 22, 2022 -
Are we in a recession? It sure feels like it to many Americans
High inflation has a financial toll similar to job loss.
5 min read Aug 18, 2022 -
Survey: Majority of US households uneasy with level of emergency savings
More U.S. adults have seen household savings decline than rise in the past year.
2 min read Jun 23, 2022 -
What is a flexible spending account?
Paying medical expenses with pre-tax dollars is smart, but budgeting is key.
5 min read Jun 16, 2022 -
Fed hikes interest rates by three-quarters of a point to combat decades-high inflation
The Fed’s move is the biggest increase since 1994 and undoubtedly raises the risks of a recession.
7 min read Aug 31, 2022 -
Online Bill Pay: What is it and why it’s a good idea
Online bill pay can add convenience and security to managing your routine bills.
4 min read Jun 15, 2022 -
One of the newest next-gen bank app features is centuries old
Challenger banks are embracing cash in a bid to better serve their customers.
6 min read Jun 17, 2022 -
Cashing in savings bonds: When can you redeem them?
Savings bonds are a simple way to save but redeeming them is a little more complex.
3 min read Jun 13, 2022 -
Bask Bank offers savings account APY among highest in the nation
The online-only bank’s savings rate tops many competitors.
1 min read Jun 13, 2022 -
Financial guide for the deaf and hard of hearing 2022
Many challenges still exist but advances have made earning and saving money easier.
4 min read Aug 31, 2022 -
4 tips for managing multiple bank accounts from a wealth expert with more than 20 of them
Having multiple bank accounts has its perks but keeping them organized is key.
3 min read Jun 09, 2022
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