Erin Bendig
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The 50 30 20 budget rule is a simple way to save money
The rule keeps budgeting simple while helping prioritize savings and pay off debt. → Read More
Mortgage Rates and Payments Keep Rising, Creating Market Misery
Current mortgage rates continue to rise and record payment rates combine to create a glum market. → Read More
The U.S. Gender Pay Gap Has Barely Budged in the Last 20 Years
Over the last two decades, the U.S. gender pay gap has remained relatively stable — despite widespread social changes. → Read More
How to open a savings account online
If you're looking to open a savings account online it's usually a simple process. With just a few steps you’ll be able to start saving your hard-earned cash. → Read More
CD Rates Are Rising, Shop Around to Get the Best Returns
High-interest CD rates are back — shop around for the best 5%+ deals. → Read More
U.S. Household Debt Hit a Record $16.90 Trillion in 2022
Household debt rose to new levels in 20 years — jumping $394 billion in the fourth quarter of the year alone — driven by credit card balances and auto loans. → Read More
What Is a High-Yield Savings Account?
A high-yield account could grow your savings faster than most traditional savings accounts. → Read More
Car Insurance Rates Have Surged, and Where You Live Matters
Does your state have the cheapest, or most expensive, car insurance rates? → Read More
529 Plans Get a Boost With Tax-Free Rollovers to Roth IRAs
You’ll soon be able to roll over funds from your 529 plan into a Roth IRA, thanks to recent legislation. Here’s what you need to know about the changes. → Read More
Your monthly student loan payments could be slashed in half
The Department of Education proposes a new student loan repayment plan. The new income-driven plan aims to help borrowers pay off their student loans. → Read More
Why Your Tax Refund Might Be Lower This Year
Some people are wondering why their federal income tax refund is small this year compared to 2022. → Read More
Filing Taxes Early or Later — Which Is Best?
Tax experts recommend filing taxes early, but there are reasons you might want to file a little later in the tax season. → Read More
Will Savings Rates Go Up in 2023?
National savings rates have been rising steadily since March 2022, and are expected to rise through 2023. How high could rates go and should you switch? → Read More
Study finds Gen Z doing an “extraordinary” job saving for retirement
A new study shows that Gen Z, despite being the youngest working generation, is already doing a great job saving for retirement. → Read More
How Many Credit Cards Should I Have?
There’s no ideal number of credit cards to own, but having too few cards may actually lower your credit score. → Read More
What is Borrower Defense Loan Discharge for Federal Student Loans?
Borrower defense to repayment is available for borrowers who have been misled by a college or university. → Read More
Your Credit Card Late Fees Could be Slashed, Thanks to CFPB Proposals
Federal bureau moves to rein in credit card late fees saving customers as much as $9 billion a year. → Read More
Credit Cards vs. Debit Cards: Which is Better for You?
Credit cards vs. debit cards — what's the difference? Which is best? Personal finance experts perennially disagree on which type of plastic brings more benefit. → Read More
Credit Cards vs. Charge Cards: What Are The Differences?
All you need to know about credit cards vs. charge cards — differences, pros and cons. → Read More
IRS Says Direct Deposit Is the Best Way to Receive Your Tax Refund
Direct deposit is safer, faster, and greener than getting your tax refund by mail. → Read More