Get to Work – As Much as You Can Did you know almost half of Canada’s post-secondary students take on student loan debt? And then pay for additional, nice-to-have lifestyle expenses on their credit cards? Tackle your debts by getting a job – this could be a part-time job, working…
There’s a reason financial advisors keep recommending you save money for emergencies. More than one in three Americans needed to tap their emergency savings in the past year, according to Bankrate’s 2025 Annual Emergency Savings Report. But when you’re juggling debt, putting money toward savings can feel overwhelming. Many feel…
Side hustles are one of the best ways to bring in extra cash. Whether you’re saving up money, knocking out debt, or just need more wiggle room in your budget, a side job can help. My husband and I hustled hard when we were paying off debt—and it made a…
Credit card debt doesn’t just live in your wallet but also in your body and mind. It can keep you up at night, make you feel hopeless, and slowly chip away at your well-being. While many people think of debt as just a financial problem, the reality is that debt…
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U.S. stocks declined as President Donald Trump’s tariffs against Mexico, Canada, and China are set to take effect at midnight. While there has been much debate over the wisdom of Trump’s tariff policy, the issue goes much deeper than inflation. Timely tariffs can have a…
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Key takeaways Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy are common options for individuals with unmanageable debt. Bankruptcy may be the right choice if…
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Would you be upset if you found out your partner had a credit card you didn’t know about? On the flip side, have you ever fudged the numbers with your spouse about a recent shopping spree? Romantic relationships can come with mixed feelings about money. That’s why we asked more…
Bloomberg/Contributor/Getty Images Blue-chip stocks are well-known companies that generally have long-term track records of success. A blue-chip company tends to be a large, well-established leader in its sector and may also have a substantial consumer-facing business. This means that you may be familiar with the company by virtue of using…
10’000 Hours/Getty Images: Illustration by Issiah Davis/Bankrate Key takeaways You can successfully manage your startup business loan by prioritizing loan repayments in your budget, setting up automatic payments and avoiding additional debt If you think you’ll miss one or more repayments, communicate with your lender to see if it will…
Tax credits reduce the amount you owe to the IRS, but not all tax credits work the same way. A refundable tax credit can reduce your tax liability below zero. This means you could receive a refund even if you owe nothing in taxes. For eligible taxpayers, this can result…
Reaching age 60 is a major financial milestone, particularly when it comes to your 401(k) retirement savings. While you can access your 401(k) without penalties after age 59.5, there are important rules, strategies and tax implications to keep in mind. As you near or enter retirement, you’ll likely begin to consider…
Credit Sesame’s personal finance news roundup May 10, 2025. Stories, news, politics and events impacting personal finance during the past week. Parents fuel gig economy spendingConsumer debt returns to growth in March 20251 in 5 student loans now seriously delinquentInternational travel to the U.S. drops 14%U.S. productivity declines for first…
Tax credits and deductions are two powerful ways to save money on your taxes. Credits cut your tax bill dollar-for-dollar — they’re the most valuable type of tax benefit for most taxpayers — while deductions reduce the amount of income subject to tax, which lowers your overall bill. If you’re…
Key takeaways In general, stick to a traditional dealership if you want to negotiate, and buy online if you want the convenience of home shopping without high-pressure salespeople. Shopping online means viewing more vehicle options than you could by just visiting dealerships. While buying a car online usually grants you…
Anastasiia Shavshyna/Getty Images Key takeaways When you apply for an emergency loan, a lender usually performs a hard credit check to review your credit history and reports, temporarily lowering your credit score. Making on-time payments on an emergency loan can help improve your credit over time. You’ll also diversify your…
Key takeaways Car title loans are a convenient way to get fast cash if you own your vehicle outright. These loans are risky though, as they use your vehicle as collateral and come with steep borrowing costs. Consider an alternative, like a credit card, personal loan or payday alternative loan,…
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