6 Tips to Help Pay Down Student Loans

College graduation can bring both excitement and anxiety for students gearing up for the next stage of life. While employment prospects for 2023 grads are mostly positive, many are starting their professional careers with a lot of debt, which can be overwhelming. The...

Shopping on Social Media the Smart Way

Nearly half of U.S. consumers have made purchases on social media, but social shopping comes with its own set of potential perils. When Ziwei Cong bought some sweatpants that caught her eye during a livestream shopping event on social media, she was disappointed when...

Marriage and Money: 5 Truths to Tell Before You Tie the Knot

Wedding bells are ringing, and if you’re heading off to get hitched, it’s time to talk money with your spouse-to-be. A new NerdWallet survey on financial infidelity found that more than 2 in 5 Americans who have a significant other (43%) say they have withheld or lied...

When Should You Pay with Cash, Debit, or Credit?

There are many advantages and disadvantages to using cash, debit, or credit for your spending needs. When should I use cash? Cash is still the best option for small transactions. It is also helpful when shopping at places that don’t accept debit or credit cards....

It’s Time to Set and Vet Money Goals Midyear

If you set money goals for 2023 back in January, now can be a smart time to check in on your progress. And if you didn’t, it’s not too late to create goals for the next six months and beyond. “If you don’t have your goals, everyone is so busy with life that a year...