Sinking funds are far more positive than they sound—and they allow for an easy way to budget in expected, high-cost items such as home and car repairs. Read more.

A popular guideline from Fidelity advises you to have at least 1x your income by the time you are 30. Learn more about recommended retirement savings here. Read more.

If you faced an emergency expense tomorrow, would you have the money to pay for it? Learn what an emergency fund is and how to start your savings safety net. Read more.

There are steps you can take today to pay off your debt, get a handle on your debt load, and steer clear of it in the future. Here, we'll go for a deep dive on exactly how. Read more.

An emergency fund is an essential part of your financial toolkit, but when should you use your emergency fund? And what should it not be used for? Read more.

Wondering how much to save for an emergency? Learn how to calculate the right amount for your emergency fund to stay prepared for unexpected expenses. Read more.

Learn what renters' insurance is and how it works, what it does and doesn't cover, and the average costs for this type of insurance policy. Read more.

No matter what stage you're at in your financial journey, there are simple steps you can take today to build credit more quickly. That's right, you don't need to pay for a pricey service or membership. Read more.