5 Ways to Rebuild Your Credit
A recent Marcus by Goldman Sachs survey revealed that 44% of people want to improve their credit in 2022. Having a higher credit score makes it easier to qualify for credit cards or loans at an affordable interest rate. If you’ve made financial mistakes in the past and want to...
Hobbies That Can Earn You Cash on the Side
The thing about hobbies is that they are what you do for fun outside of work; you're not usually supposed to earn money from them. But who wouldn't mind extra cash in their pocket? Here is a brief list of hobbies that could be monetized. Music If you play music of any kind,...
Newsletter Archive 2022
3 Stimulus Notices You Need to Keep for Your Taxes
Millions of Americans will soon be receiving notices from the IRS regarding the stimulus payments they received in 2021. Most people won’t need to contact the IRS or take any further action. Simply keep the documents with the rest of your tax forms until you’re ready to file…you...
The Best Ways to Invest in Yourself
The word “investing” is usually associated with stocks, bonds and real estate. But there’s another type of investment you need to consider, yourself. You’re in control of your life, health and happiness. So, invest in things that will enhance your future wellbeing. Make...
Will the Child Tax Credit Payments Affect Your 2022 Taxes?
Since July, millions of families have been receiving advance monthly payments of the Child Tax Credit. The payments are worth up to $300 per child, depending on their age. Some families have been using the extra cash to help with childcare, buy groceries, pay rent or catch up on...
8 Financial New Year’s resolutions you can actually stick to
It’s that time of the year again! You know, the time of year when you tell yourself how much better the new year will be because you’re going to accomplish all these great things. Only this time around, you won’t be calling it quits by early February. Here are some financial New...
7 Tips to Save Money on Your Holiday Shopping
Between gifts, decorations and holiday travel, your wallet can take a real beating at the end of the year. According to the National Retail Federation, consumers plan to spend around $997 this holiday season. Whether they can actually afford to drop that kind of cash is...