We talked to people across the country about financial well-being and what it means to them. Many people told us that financial well-being means: Feeling in control of day-to-day finances. Having a safety net to help stop a financial shock from turning into a long-lasting setback, and Staying on track to meet financial… Continue reading Here’s how financial coaching can help you meet your money goals – saving, building credit and more
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Helping Financial Caregivers in Every State
Millions of Americans are managing money or property for a family member or friend who is unable to pay bills or make financial decisions. We’ve heard from these financial caregivers about how tough it can be. Kristin in Virginia had to take over financial management for her 35-year-old brother when he suffered a traumatic… Continue reading Helping Financial Caregivers in Every State
Survey: Americans Need To Get More Financially Fit
It can often seem like there are a bewildering number of things to do in order to stay financially fit. Don’t borrow too much money. Create a budget and stick to it. Save for retirement. Squirrel away money for your children’s education. Now add this to the list of to do’s required in order to… Continue reading Survey: Americans Need To Get More Financially Fit
Prepaid Card Fraud Controllable
A recent report by Mercator Advisory Group examines the vulnerability of prepaid debit cards to criminals. by Chris Warren Prepaid debit cards make it into the news a lot these days. A lot of the time stories are focused on the maneuvering of large financial services companies like Chase and American Express and the various… Continue reading Prepaid Card Fraud Controllable