Credit Cards

Summary: A PSL a day can add up, so watch your credit score if using your credit card to purchase your favorite beverage. With Sesame Cash, you can get up to 15 percent cash back instantly from some of your local coffee shops.  Try this other money-saving hack to get a PSL at a fraction

Summary: Seven tips to help save money before you say, “I Do.” You can have a beautiful wedding that won’t bust your budget. Newly married and soon-to-be-married Credit Sesame employees weigh in on how to save money on your special day. Put your wallet and time toward what matters the most. Wedding bells are being

Summary: Becoming financially healthy, similar to becoming physically healthy, is not a one-size-fits all approach. To be financially healthy, start with creating a budget specifically for your needs. Determine how you can drive down debt to help improve your credit score.  Whether you’re scrolling through Instagram or wandering the aisles at your local grocery store,

Summary: The purpose of your first credit card should be to build credit.                                   Key factors such as paying on time and using 30% or less of the credit line are critically important for your credit score. Starting good habits now will help you stay disciplined and keep your debt low. Congratulations on your first credit

Summary Millions of people may lose the additional $600/week in unemployment benefits from the Federal government.  Check out these tips on how you can prepare your finances and help save money. Tips range from negotiating your bills to opening a “back-up” credit card. More than 25 million Americans around the country are slated to lose

Summary Should you rely on cash or credit during the pandemic? Financial experts are not all aligned.  Learn more about the pros and cons of relying on cash vs credit to help you decide what’s best for you.  We’re all familiar with the question from the cashier at the supermarket: “Will that be cash or

The past few days have been very tough for the United States—especially the Black Community—as the entire country has been grappling with the senseless killings of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and others. As I listen, watch, and read about what is going on around us, I sympathize with the grief, anger and fear,

If you’re a small business owner, you most likely have at least two separate credit cards, one for personal use and one for business only. The main reason for this is to keep personal charges completely separate from your business credit.   Did you know that when business owners apply for a small business credit card,

  The federal government recently passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (“CARES”) Act to help businesses, families, and individuals stay financially afloat during this pandemic. Part of this Act requires the IRS to distribute stimulus payments to qualified individuals.  Are you one of the millions of Americans who’s already received your stimulus payment

Quickly calculate how much you spend on a monthly or annual basis. By inputting your expected budget for each expense category, this calculator provided by MoneyFit.org helps you determine the size of your weekly, monthly, and annual budget. If the total is more than your current income, you can adjust the different categories to empower