The following is a guest post by Eric Lindeen, of Anna Buys Houses. The second quarter of 2020 marked the highest U.S. mortgage delinquency rate (reported as 60-days past due) since 1979. Amidst the chaos of the pandemic, federal and state governments have made efforts to protect against the financial strain U.S. consumers are enduring—including... Read More

The following is a guest post from Dr. David L Tuyo II, president and CEO of University Credit Union. While there is rampant fear and caution against a global economic downturn due to COVID-19, this does not mean that every individual will be hit as hard as the next. Certainly, there has been and will... Read More

Are you new to investing? Not sure where to start? Investing for beginners can be overwhelming. There are so many moving parts. With that said, we hope the process we’ll show you today will make it easier for you to get started. What follows are ten steps you can take to become a successful investor.... Read More

If you’re one of the millions of Americans who have declared bankruptcy, financial recovery can seem like a pipe dream. But don’t give up. According to a study by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, people’s credit scores increased steadily after filing for bankruptcy. While any credit improvement is good news, is it enough to offer... Read More

[Tweet “Young families looking to achieve financial stability should consider several foundational steps early on.”] Young families looking to achieve financial stability should consider several foundational steps early on. These steps include making a plan to repay personal debts, saving up for a down payment on a house, and planning for the unexpected. To learn... Read More

If you’ve made the decision to downsize to a smaller home, you may be wondering what comes next. Downsizing is a popular trend among retirees—and for a good reason—but it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. That’s why it’s important to consider all your options carefully, along with how this move will affect your finances. Here are... Read More