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As the holiday season approaches, savvy shoppers know that Black Friday—especially on 11/1...
As the holiday season approaches, savvy shoppers know that Black Friday—especially on 11/1...
Veterans Day is an important opportunity to acknowledge the service of those who have serv...
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You’ve probably heard the saying, "Let your money work for you," but have you ever wondere...
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, otherwise known as an opportuni...
The number crunchers over at the Federal Reserve monitor how much of the nation’s disposab...
Between daily responsibilities like paying bills and keeping up with life’s demands, savin...
Even a small accident can have a major impact on an older adult’s quality of life—and many...
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Halloween should be a festive occasion for fun and frights—not an opportunity to put your ...
If you’re starting a small business or working as a sole proprietor, experts recommend tha...
Looking for a safe way to grow your money with a guaranteed return? CDs might be a good fi...
The turning of the seasons is usually a good time to check in on your personal finances. A...
Sending your child off to college is a monumental milestone, and while you’re probably foc...
September 30, 2024 marks the official end of the Student Loan On-Ramp, a period in which s...
Online shopping is convenient, but it can also be risky. Shopping online means sharing per...
September is National Self-Care Awareness Month, which means now is the time to prioritize...
Being financially fit can be thought of as performing like an elite athlete on the playing...
If your kids are showing an interest in money, it’s probably time to talk about debit and ...
Prices are rising – fast – for everyday essentials like groceries. If you’re struggling to...
Today, we are going to talk about the importance of money mindfulness. Mindfulness allows ...
While many workers have returned to the office, plenty more continue to work remotely or w...
Most everyone in America has heard of Social Security. We know it’s a social program for r...
Finding the right apartment to rent is no small task. You’ve got to balance cost, amenitie...
August is colloquially known as “What Will Be Your Legacy?” month. In other words, August ...
For most of us, the relationship we have with our financial institution feels purely trans...
Financial forecasters are estimating that parents will spend a cool $31 billion this year ...
As remarkable athletes compete on the world stage, it’s time for a smart-money competition...
Amidst juggling work, household chores, and other responsibilities, imparting valuable mon...
National Parents’ Day recognizes the important role parents play for their families and co...
The mental and physical benefits of a vacation are well documented—from improved mood, to ...
There are plenty of reasons to adopt a pet: from companionship, to getting a new exercise ...
The more financial terminology you know, the better prepared you will be to secure the bes...
You’ve graduated from college. Congrats! Leaving school entails plenty of excitement ahead...
One benefit of choosing a federal student loan is the 6 month grace period most students r...
Earlier this year, Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies reported that rent affordabi...
As the news cycle continues to be dominated by extreme weather events such as storms, heat...
Smart financial management starts with understanding the institution that looks after your...
Understanding the importance of saving for retirement and maintaining a diversified portfo...
Last year, we wrote about the updated Electric Vehicle (EV) tax credit that was included i...
At any time of the year – especially in the winter months – utility bills can feel like a ...
An estimated 10% of startups fail within the first year, according to data from the U.S. B...
In the pursuit of fitness, the idea of expensive gym memberships and high-end fitness equi...
As we make our way through the beginning of the year, it's time to reflect on the financia...
Missing credit card or loan payments, declaring bankruptcy or holding onto debt can all lo...
Investing is a lifelong pursuit, but of course, our investment needs and priorities change...
No matter who you are, it’s important to understand how to manage your finances and plan f...
International Volunteer Day (IVD) is celebrated annually on December 5th. This holiday was...
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Do you remember the first time you used a credit card or who taught you about them? Maybe ...
As the holiday season approaches, it’s fun to get swept up in the festive spirit and the j...
When stock prices are on the decline, falling 20% or more over a sustained period of time,...
There are a number of reasons to start investing: from protecting the value of your money ...
When it comes to investing, it’s a smart idea to consider both long-term and short-term in...
Investing is an important ingredient to overall financial health. The realities of inflati...
This blog post was written by SAC Student, Meadow Hall. Many resources are available to he...
Books are a great way to learn about your finances; they can help you to find new investme...
Changes are coming soon to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, otherwise known a...
Upcoming changes to the FAFSA are likely to affect family finances, in a few different way...
As the end of the calendar year approaches, here are six action items to consider if you’r...
If you’re in the process of estate planning, or supporting a friend or family member to ma...
As you delve deeper into the topic estate planning—and start to make some plans of your ow...
When it comes to estate planning and creating your will, one of your most important decisi...
October is known as Estate Planning Month, which means this is the perfect time to conside...
When making an estate plan, it’s important to consider who will inherit your money, retire...
Halloween is coming soon, but don’t be scared about busting your monthly budget! Whether y...
When there is a worker’s strike, households can face some unique challenges. Whether you’r...
As we welcome the arrival of fall and the new school year, it’s worth acknowledging that m...
A lot has changed for all of us since March 2020, not the least of which being our financi...
What does it cost to go green? Living a more sustainable lifestyle can be costly, but if y...
The experts say it’s a good idea to keep three to six months of living expenses in an emer...
From 10% off your cell phone bill, to waived parking fees, to supermarket coupons that kee...
The research shows that around four in ten adults in the US are living with debt from medi...
For a variety of reasons, prescription drug prices in the United States tend to be higher ...
Considering a move abroad? Congratulations! Taking your life to another country is a big s...
Hoping to build an abundant home library, with works of poetry and prose as far as the eye...
When it comes to choosing a new home, bigger is not always better. Many people are now opt...
Moving into a new apartment means excitement, stress, and spending. The average cost of fu...
August is a popular travel month for Americans, despite high inflation rates. Last August,...
It’s a sobering fact that many of us experience the unfortunate impact of natural disaster...
It’s never a bad idea to sit down and think about your finances. This is especially true w...
Summer is a popular season to tackle home improvement projects and breathe new life into y...
If retirement is on the horizon, and if you are a beneficiary of a workplace pension plan,...
Estate planning means making a plan in advance about what will happen to your assets after...
The back-to-school season is stressful for all families, but for families living on a lowe...
The back-to-school shopping season is just around the corner, but this year, things are lo...
In March 2020, the federal government hit pause on federal student loan repayments. The lo...
Borrowers in America owe a combined $1.6 trillion in federal student loan debt, and it’s e...
In March 2020, the government hit pause on federal student loan repayment, placing loans i...
In general, a habit is when we act on “automatic pilot” when we perform a routine behavior...
Did you know that August 6th through August 12th is National Farmers Market Week? Farmers ...
Medicare, the federal health insurance program that helps people over age 65 access health...
Medicare was first signed into law in 1965, in an attempt to help older Americans access h...
Nearly one in five Americans are covered by Medicare: the federal health insurance program...
Medicare is the federal health insurance program that helps people aged 65 and older to ac...
According to the Federal Bureau of Investigations, cases of elder fraud are on the rise. T...
The end of summer is a popular time for home rentals, as families head out on one last vac...
This blog post was written by our partners at GreenPath Financial Wellness Independence ha...
Social Security and Supplemental Security are two government programs designed to provide ...
Shopping online is a quick, convenient way to get what you need. Plus, it’s fun to discove...
If you’re looking to save a little extra cash this summer, here’s one idea to try on for s...
When it comes to insuring the items in your home, rental insurance or the standard homeown...
This blog was written by HUECU mortgage loan originator Helen Laskaris and will focus on w...
The sun is shining and the temperatures are soaring! There’s no better time of the year fo...
The financial trajectory in our life is full of ups and downs. As the saying goes, “That’s...
A money order is a payment method in which an individual or company sends money through an...
Peer to peer (P2P) platforms enable financial transactions without the intervention of ban...
Overall, ATMs offer a safe and convenient way to access your cash and conduct simple banki...
Need to make your summer funds stretch a little further? Here are nine creative ideas to h...
This blog post was written by Tara Spicer, a writer for our partners at GreenPath Financia...
Time for a mid-year financial check-in! Are you on track with your budget, your debt payme...
If you have the financial resources to do so, making donations to charity is a fantastic w...
If your summer budget feels tighter than last year, you’re not alone. The economists at Mo...
Summer is here, which means many medical students are preparing to relocate for their resi...
American workers are eligible to receive their Social Security retirement benefits startin...
Congratulations to the Class of ’23, it’s graduation season! For all you readers who will ...
As you read this, you might be juggling demanding projects at work. Or taking care of youn...
When it comes to veterans and financial health, those who have served our nation face the ...
Congratulations class of 2024, you did it! This is a freeing and often confusing moment in...
Getting a summer job is an excellent opportunity to practice new skills, try something dif...
The best defense against a scam is staying informed! Learning what scammers are up to – an...
When you’ve got a new baby on the way, there are approximately one million things to think...
The early bird gets the worm – but when it comes to holiday season planning, it’s the extr...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which means it’s the perfect time to consider how we...
When it comes to teaching children money management basics, there’s an abundance of useful...
Insurance helps protect you and your property from the great cost of real-world dangers, s...
Research shows that overall health and wellbeing is directly correlated to financial healt...
Inflation means higher prices; higher interest rates; and often, higher levels of stress w...
Missing a loan payment is a big deal. If you miss a payment, it will be recorded on your c...
Millions of people around the globe celebrate Earth Day every year. But what can we actual...
Last year the average tax refund was $3,252, but it’s likely that many refunds will be low...
On day 4 of HUECU's 2023 Home Buying Forum, participants heard from hosts Dominique Verdie...
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HUECU's annual THRIVE Home Buying Forum, which took place during the first week of March, ...
HUECU's annual THRIVE Home Buying Forum, which took place during the first week of March, ...
Did you know that April has been officially designated as Financial Literacy Month? It’s t...
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In 2022, Massachusetts joined a number of other US states to legalize sport betting starti...
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Mabel Z. Mollison was the first Black woman to work as a bank cashier. Maggie Lena Walker ...
If you are facing a divorce, there are likely many concerns running through your mind. Asi...
Did you know that National Caregivers Day takes place every year on the third Friday in Fe...
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On January 19th, 2023, HUECU had its 12th annual Wintersession on the topic of financial i...
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Many households continue to feel the effects of inflation. Everyday products are more expe...
This year, resolve to get smart about finances! If you need somewhere to start, here are s...
Since March 2020, student loan payments have been on pause in order to give borrowers a li...
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Any financial advisor will tell you that it’s important to have an emergency savings fund—...
Home insurance is essential for people who own a house. But what happens if you’re a rente...
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One way to keep track of your financial well-being is to regularly check your credit score...
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As we age, our daily needs change. This is especially true after retirement, and it’s the ...
Everyday budgeting is tricky enough, but what happens when you’re saving up for a really b...
The countdown to Black Friday is on! Whether you’re committed to hitting the biggest sales...
In today’s economy, most people have to think creatively if they want to make a purchase, ...
When mourning the loss of a loved one, the last thing you want to do is deal with debt col...
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was recently signed into law by President Biden. Along w...
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