Personal Finance

How to Fight the ‘Pink Tax’ Amid Inflation

To beat gendered pricing, compare unit prices, opt for gender-neutral hygiene products and research before shopping.

How To Create a Wedding Budget: A 4-Step Guide

The average wedding cost $36,000 in 2025, but you could potentially pay less with a solid wedding budget.

How Your Ex Could Boost Your Social Security Benefits

Grow Your Money

What Is Considered Low Income?

A widely used federal guideline defines low income as $15,960 annually for one person and $33,000 for a family of four in 2026.

Manage Your Money

See a breakdown of your income and expenses.

Pandemic at 3 Years: How Our Financial Lives Have Changed

Since COVID-19 came into our lives, a lot has changed, including the way we work, travel, save and spend.

7 Ways to Stretch Your SNAP Food Benefits

With rising food prices and SNAP benefits in peril, it's even more important to maximize your food budget. We're here to help.

5 Ways to Deal With Money Envy

To avoid the negativity that can come from financial envy, focus on your own money goals.

A Guide to Low Income Home Energy Assistance Programs

Low income home energy assistance programs can help families keep their homes heated or cool.

Make Your Credit Cards Less Vulnerable to Fraud

Guide to Affordable Internet for Low-Income Households

The Lifeline program offers eligible low-income households a monthly discount on home internet.

Family Budgeting Tips That Actually Work

Following a family budget is challenging, especially when unexpected costs pop up, but staying flexible will help.

9 Black Financial Influencers to Follow in 2023

Black financial pros offer tips on weathering a recession, job security and investing strategies for 2023. 

Why Is Food So Expensive?

Food inflation continues at well above the 2% annual rate targeted by the Federal Reserve.

Are You and Your Partner Financially Compatible?

‘Bridge’ Your Way to Social Security

How to Safely Use Payment Apps

Scams are common on peer-to-peer payment apps, but you can keep your money safe.

How to Create Your Retirement Glide Path

What Is the Debt Ceiling?

On July 3, Congress lifted the debt ceiling by $5 trillion, preventing a default.