(BPT) – Are you ready for the holidays? Searching for the perfect gifts for friends and family can be fun and exciting, but it can also be stressful. Especially when money is tight, it’s a challenge to shop for just the right gifts for your loved ones and BFFs. But with a bit of planning, holiday shopping can be just
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(BPT) – Finances are consistently a top concern for many Americans, with “saving money” a top-10 most common New Year’s resolution. This year, Americans are more concerned than ever before due to the uncertainty created by the COVID-19 pandemic. USE Credit Union reported that more than 75% of non-transactional calls received since the start of the pandemic were from members
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(BPT) – Over the past several months, everyone’s lives have been upended, with consequences nobody predicted. One unexpected result of the pandemic? A real estate boom. With so many more people working from home, people are re-evaluating their living spaces, including those who need to factor in homeschooling. Some families are realizing they need more bedrooms, larger yards or just
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(BPT) – Just imagine: Holiday shopping is behind you, the eggnog has officially worn off and the seasonal coffee drinks have lost their allure. A new year is beginning and it’s time to prepare. “As you gear up for a new year, it’s important to take a hard look at your finances, and decide what financial habits you should carry
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(BPT) – Since the coronavirus pandemic began taking hold in early 2020, global stock markets have taken investors on a rollercoaster ride, with aggressive climbs in value, precipitous drops and an overall queasy feeling in the pits of our stomachs about what’s next. COVID-19’s impact on personal investments Millions globally have been affected financially during the pandemic, and in very
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Fidelity Investments® Student Debt Tool Reveals that Private Health Care & Social Assistance, Higher Education Professionals Have Highest Monthly Payments, on Average Despite Declining Interest Rates During Pandemic, Overall Debt and Monthly Payments Have Increased Across Generations and Occupations Employers Nationwide Helping Make a Difference in Current No-Interest Environment (BUSINESS WIRE)–Who’s paying the most when it comes to America’s student debt burden?
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(BPT) – The holiday shopping season may look a little different this year, but one thing that hasn’t changed is the importance of saving money. Whether you’re shopping online or in store, these tips can help you spend less and set you up for long-term financial success. Know when to use credit or debit. “The answer to this depends on
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(BPT) – The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted people in countless ways. From quarantine and social distancing to remote working, furlough and job loss, many people are reassessing how they spend their time and make money. Turning proverbial lemons into lemonade, people of all ages and backgrounds have decided to pivot their careers to do something that they truly enjoy. Time
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