Personal Finance

Can You Collect Unemployment and Social Security?Can You Collect Unemployment and Social Security?
January 17, 2024
Is it possible to collect unemployment benefits and Social Security income at the same time? This guide explains how it works and who is eligible. Read more.
positive money habits10 Steps to Building Positive Money Habits for 2024
November 21, 2023
While many Americans make resolutions involving improving their finances, 80% of folks abandon their resolutions by February. So, how can people build positive habits in the long run? Let's look at some steps you can take to improve financial patterns. Read more.
DES-522-6How to Stick to a Budget During the Holidays
October 26, 2023
Just because money is tight, doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate and spread holiday cheer with friends and family. Here are some simple ways you can avoid busting your wallet and stick to a budget this season. Read more.
DES-505 2-2MoneyTok, Money Influencers: What Advice Is Good Advice?
September 11, 2023
Social media is full of “verified” money gurus. So, how do you separate the legit tips from the duds? Understanding the difference between credible and questionable financial advice requires two separate skills, and we break them both down. Read more.
Hassan blogFrom College to Covid: Meet Hassan Thomas
May 2, 2023
Author and founder of FYI FLI (For Your Information: Financial Literacy & Investing), Hassan Thomas shares how he went from college to Covid to helping young people build healthier relationships with money. Read more.
How Much Is a Phone Bill for One Person Header - 01How Much Is a Phone Bill for One Person?
April 24, 2023
In this post, we go over how much your phone bill should cost, what impacts the price you pay and how you can lower the cost of your cellular plan. Read more.
How to Reduce Your Sewer Bill 6 Simple & Effective Tips Header - 01How to Reduce Your Sewer Bill: 6 Simple & Effective Tips
April 17, 2023
Tips for lowering your sewer bill include: Checking for leaks, not leaving your faucet running, and using energy-efficient fixtures and appliances. Read more.
VantageScore vs. FICO Header - 01VantageScore® vs. FICO®: How Credit Score Models Differ
March 29, 2023
VantageScore® and FICO® are both credit scoring models but have some key differences. Read on to learn how the two compare and impact your credit score. Read more.