Is crowdfunding a substitute for life insurance? No
Crowdfunding is one way to raise money in an emergency, but it's no substitute for insurance.
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Good debt versus bad debt
Not all debt is bad. But it takes knowledge and vigilance to maintain the balance.
The risks in borrowing from your retirement plan
A loan from your retirement plan can be a ready source of funds in an emergency, but there are risks involved.
Helping young adults recover financially from cancer
Young adult cancer survivors face financial challenges that other age groups don’t.
Managing financial stress during a pandemic
If money is making you anxious, you're not alone.
Should you refinance student loans? Pros, cons, and advice
Refinancing or consolidating your student loans can lower payments but change important terms.
What happens to your debts when you die?
It depends on your state, the type of debt you have, and how you structure your assets.
The dangers of payday loans
A cash advance on your paycheck may solve a short-term need, but it often perpetuates a cycle of debt.
Want to take a 'gap year'? Check your wallet
More high school graduates, in light of the current crisis, are putting college on hold.
Improving your credit score: It pays off
Maintain your credit score with sound financial strategy, less debt, and fewer credit cards.
Repaying student loans early: How to do it right
If you don’t know what you’re doing, your extra student loan payments could be going to waste.
Credit card debt: The problem, fixes, and prevention
Large amounts of credit card debt make it hard to withstand financial and economic shocks.
Home down payments: Do's and don'ts
There are good, and not so good, ways to come up with a down payment to buy a home.
Borrowing from your 401(k): The risks
A 401(k) loan can be a ready source of funds in an emergency, but there are risks involved.
Tax refund? Don't waste your financial windfall
Use found money to pay off debt, bolster savings, or fund retirement.
Before the marriage proposal: Money questions to ask
Know your partner's money habits before you say "I will."
Setting financial goals: Debt
View the elimination of debt as a long-term financial goal and create a schedule and plan.
How to ditch that holiday debt
You blew your budget on holiday gifts. Financial experts offer tips for paring down debt.
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