Savings

Summary The Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) will automatically send eligible recipients a stimulus payment. The amount is based on the recipient’s total income. Estimate your stimulus payment amount with our calculator.  The IRS will calculate and deposit the payment into the recipient’s bank account, based on the banking information on their tax return. Qualified individuals

  Summary If you can pause payment on any bills, that will free up more money for groceries, medications and essential household items. Put aside some money for emergencies. Consider supporting local businesses and restaurants that are only open for delivery and takeout. The latest on the Coronavirus stimulus checks and tax refunds The stimulus

  Summary No one knows how long this pandemic will last, so it is important to plan for the long term with regard to your finances. Overview of steps to stay afloat during times of financial uncertainty. While there is a lot of uncertainty right now regarding how long this pandemic will last and the

Summary You may want to consider a financial or credit counselor to assist with your finances during this challenging time. Do research to determine which organization to contact. Some organizations offer free services.  We understand that this is a difficult time and that you have lots of questions about your finances. You may want to

Summary The federal government is suspending all foreclosures and evictions for 60 days. Check to see what your state and/or city is doing regarding mortgage and rent payments. Contact your lender or landlord for payment options.  If you lost your job due to the Coronavirus, one of the first things that most likely came to

Last updated: April 20, 2020 at 1:23 pm PT *Update: April 17, 2020: Amazon has announced that they are hiring 75,000 more people than previously reported. Walmart has also announced they are adding 50,000 more jobs than previous reported. The numbers below have been updated to reflect this change. Summary: If you think you may

We have compiled a list of ways to help maximize your available cash and credit during this time and prepare for emergency expenses. Tactics to consider stabilizing your near-term needs include: Ask your card issuer, bank or lender about temporary relief. One of the most effective moves you can make is to call the customer

  Recent government statistics have highlighted Americans’ difficulties with saving money and covering basic or emergency expenses. According to the Federal Reserve’s Survey of Consumer Finances, 44.6 percent of American families do not save; fifteen percent of families regularly spend more than they receive in income; and nearly half of families do not have a

It’s a new year, which means it’s time to assess your finances and make goals. Here are seven to make in 2018.

Simple strategies for avoiding holiday spending debt.