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Financial planning

One key to money management is creating smart financial habits for your everyday life. Browse this section to find articles on budgeting, investing, building savings and more.
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Do I need to consolidate my debt?

In this article, you'll learn some of what you need to know about debt consolidation so you can better understand your options.

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Credit FAQs

Credit can impact everything from interest rates on mortgages and car loans to the ability to land a potential job.

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How to deal with financial stress

Take the time to address your most common sources of financial stress and develop solutions to counter them.

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3 options when you need an emergency loan

Cash advances are high-risk and extreme. Consider other options before going out and getting a payday loan to solve your costly financial emergencies.

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Creating a strategy when chronic illness or disability strikes

Are you prepared to deal with an unexpected illness or disability? Build a strategy that can help cover unexpected and ongoing medical bills.

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Financial advice on lottery winnings and other big financial decisions

Winning the lottery can be bittersweet. On one hand, you have money, but on the other it’s easy to deviate from your financial plan.

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Financial planning support

Financial planning professionals offer many services. It's important to determine which type of professional can help based on your needs.

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