Coronavirus and Your Money

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  Solo female travel: How to keep yourself and your finances safe

  Traveling solo as a female can be daunting, but research shows it’s more common than some people think. Find out how to keep both yourself finances safe while traveling alone, and what to do if a problem [...]

  10 min read Feb 04, 2021
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  Pandemic mortgage forbearance draws to a close, but new relief options emerge

  Though the pandemic emergency has ended, mortgage borrowers still have relief options.

  4 min read May 09, 2023
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  Will the government default? Everything you need to know about the debt ceiling — and how it could impact you

  Lawmakers have less than a month to raise or suspend the debt ceiling.

  11 min read May 09, 2023
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  Student loans during the coronavirus crisis

  Both the federal government and private lenders are offering relief measures.

  6 min read Mar 20, 2023
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  FAQ about bank safety and deposit insurance

  Worried about losing money held at a bank? Here’s what to know about FDIC insurance.

  4 min read Mar 17, 2023
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  Overpaid unemployment benefits: What to do when your state wants the money back

  Overpaid in unemployment benefits? Here’s how to resolve the issue efficiently.

  5 min read Mar 10, 2023
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  Housing affordability falls to record low in Q4 2022

  With steep home prices, California metro areas are the nation’s least affordable.

  3 min read Feb 21, 2023
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  If you’re not paying student loans now, what other money moves should you be making?

  Try tackling other financial priorities during COVID-19 student loan forbearance.

  7 min read Jan 17, 2023
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  Recession-proof your finances, pay off credit card debt now

  Paying off your credit card debt now can make you more financially resilient later.

  5 min read Jan 05, 2023
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  How to start (and build) an emergency fund

  An emergency fund is an essential part of a solid financial plan.

  7 min read Dec 13, 2022