COVID-19 Emergency Relief for federal student loans allowed millions of Americans to temporarily stop making student loan payments. With payments set to resume in October, here are some tips to make the transition as smooth as possible.
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Your Finances: Do This, Not That
Money missteps happen to all of us, especially during a tough economy. All too often, emotions can affect our financial decisions. If you’re doing any of these things now, consider these moves instead to work toward lasting financial well-being.
Understanding Student Loan Forgiveness
The new federal student loan forgiveness program has piqued the interest of borrowers who thought they didn’t qualify for such programs. Whether you’re a recent graduate or have been repaying your loan for years, you should understand what loan forgiveness is, how it affects public and private student loans, and who might qualify.
Easy Ways to Send Money Internationally
When you need to send money to friends and family overseas, there are many options to consider. Here are some tips to save time and money.
Count the Cost of Convenience
Restaurant food delivery. Delis. Prepackaged grocery store meals. It’s easy to choose options that save time or reduce effort, especially when you’re in a rush or exhausted at the end of a long workday. But relying too much on conveniences may hurt your budget.
Here are three ways choosing convenience can affect your finances.
6 Year-End Money Moves
Here are ways to set yourself for success come 2023.
Don’t Get Stung by Banking Fees
Banking fees have a tendency to buzz around your finances, waiting to sting when you least expect it. At least that’s how it seems. Whether you have a single bank account or multiple credit cards, incurring fees can swell your spending and weaken your budget. But preventive measures can keep them at bay.
Here are four standard banking fees and tips to repel them.
Do’s and Don’ts to Manage Your Finances During a Recession
A recession can lead to economic setbacks for consumers, including a job loss or reduced income, higher prices on everyday goods and services and lower returns on investments. While most economists don’t think we’re in a recession yet,1 inflationary prices and rising interest rates have many worried about how best to manage their finances.
Financial Moves After Pandemic Frugality
If you feel like the COVID-19 pandemic robbed you of your ability to live a normal life, you’re not alone. Restrictions on travel, entertainment and other social gatherings put an abrupt halt to daily activities around the globe.