The ABCs of Making Holiday Memories (Without Breaking the Bank)
By Sarah Wall
It may be “the most wonderful time of the year,” but the weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s aren’t all cheer. According to the American...
How Janelle Hanaburgh Paid Off $100K in Students Loans in 7 Years
By Catherine Martinez
One year ago, Janelle Hanaburgh gave herself a 30th-birthday present: she finished paying off more than $100,000 student loans in just seven years. “I feel...
Quick quiz! Is Your Wallet Ready for the Holiday Season?
By Sarah Wall
The holiday season is right around the corner, so it’s probably a good time to start thinking about your wallet. Between Thanksgiving and New Year’s...
The Financial and Personal Benefits of Generosity: Six Reasons to Give Back
By Catherine Martinez
On December 1, 2020, Americans will celebrate GivingTuesday. Recognized the week after Black Friday and Cyber Monday, GivingTuesday inspires people to transform their communities through...
How to Financially Plan for the Holidays: 12 Tips to Help Get You Started
By Catherine Martinez
A few years ago, I found myself in a Best Buy on Christmas Eve, looking desperately for a gift for my husband. I had bought...
The Serious Savings Gap Between the Sexes
"Start the habit of saving yesterday...even before kindergarten."
By Shannon Santschi
There is a large and consistent body of evidence dating back almost 20 years now, that reveals substantial...
Creating Financial Resilience For Your Family
By SWSM Magazine staff writers and Teresa McGarry
Many have had to quickly adapt to the new economic reality we’re living in–and it can be overwhelming. We’ve come...
