How to Get Your Finances Back on Track for Fall

The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only.  Summertime often coincides with big spending on summer camps, travel and other seasonal fun. That can make fall the ideal time to focus on money management. There’s still time to make...

Buying a House in 2024: What’s Changed?

Things are (finally) getting better for home buyers. Here’s your playbook to navigate the remainder of an unpredictable year. At the risk of jinxing it, things are looking up for home buyers. The average rate on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage has dropped for three...

5 Ways to Avoid Relying on Credit for Everyday Purchases

Instead of using credit to stay afloat with regular expenses, consider some of these alternatives to keep your finances on track. By now, the higher cost of goods and services may have prompted you to consider using buy now, pay later plans, credit cards or other...

5 Ways to Practice Financial Self-Care

The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. The term “self-care” might conjure images of relaxing bubble baths or massages. But true self-care encompasses your finances, too. “Self-care is about taking care of yourself so you can...

How to Stay Safe From Third-Party Seller Scams

When shopping online, there’s more to consider than what to buy and how much to spend. If you plan to shop marketplaces such as Amazon, Etsy and Walmart that host third-party sellers, you’ll also want to watch out for scams. Derrek Casebolt thought he was getting a...

Busting 5 Common Credit Misconceptions

Maintaining solid credit can open doors to financial goals, but misunderstanding how credit works can make your efforts futile. As part of the 2024 State of Consumer Credit study, a NerdWallet survey conducted online by The Harris Poll asked more than 2,000 adults a...