Finance

There are plenty of situations where it makes sense for someone to take out a personal loan. Some of the biggest reasons include large purchases like weddings and home improvements, debt consolidation, debt refinancing, and financial challenges during economic uncertainty. CNBC reports that about 22 percent of U.S. adults have taken out a personal loan.¹ […]

For most people, social security benefits are an important source of income after retirement. Depending on how many years you have to claim this benefit, you should know how much to expect and how you can maximize your benefits. Knowing how social security benefits are calculated can help you plan for the future. It is […]

Medicare provides affordable healthcare coverage for nearly 63 million people in the U.S.1 Whether you are dealing with chronic illnesses or have a sudden health problem, you can choose a Medicare health plan that best suits your needs. While your plan can stay relatively the same year over year, there are some changes Medicare is […]

The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) was a lifesaver for businesses trying to stay afloat during the economic downturn. Finder reports that most borrowers were approved for around $67,647 — but that type of money can only be stretched so far.1 Now that the program is over, some business owners may require additional financial support and […]

Getting accepted for a new credit card can be hard to come by when you have a poor credit score. In fact, CNBC reports that nearly one in five millennials were denied a credit card in 2020. This is due to high standards required by lenders, making it a lot more difficult to qualify for […]