Whether you have a big loan looming on the horizon or you simply want to take control of your finances, managing your credit cards can be a challenging task. You’re not alone; according to recent research, 45% of Americans are...
Finance is very black and white. You pay interest, you lose money. You spend now, you can’t save for later. You have fixed expenses and variable expenses. Etc. etc. Rinse. Repeat. And best practices are, well, the best practices for...
Unknown callers. 1-800 numbers. Full voicemail. Collections called, and we’re never going to leave you alone. When I was in my mid-twenties, I had a commission-only job selling print ads for a newspaper. I actually loved this job. I was...
When you think of a world-famous actress on an Emmy award-winning television show, what do you see? A lavish lifestyle perhaps? Full of glamorous clothes, fancy cars, and lots of cash? But how about being on unemployment with thousands of...
Today we launched the latest chapter in the Turbo #RealMoneyTalk campaign to break down the taboo around money as the first step towards financial health. We’ve asked real people from around the country to share their stories — from debt...
Not all credit checks were created equal. In fact, credit checks come in two forms: a soft inquiry and a hard inquiry. There are three main differences between the two types of inquiries: Whether or not your authorization is needed...
You have probably heard the sage wisdom about the importance of keeping the romance alive in your relationship. One way to do that is to schedule a date night. You also need to keep your couple finances alive. To...
Impulsive spending has happened to us all at one time or another – it may be a once in a while occurrence for some, but it can be a permanent habit for others. In light of Singles Awareness Day, we’re...
I’m trying to remember the first time my fiancé and I shared our credit scores. It was either when we started looking for our first shared apartment, or when I got approved for my first rewards credit card and used...
So, you want to move in with your significant other? This is a big step for your relationship and an important time in your life. This is an exciting time, and it should be a fun experience for both of...
Whether you have a big loan looming on the horizon or you simply want to take control of your finances, managing your credit cards can be a challenging task. You’re not alone; according to recent research, 45% of Americans are... 
