Many reluctant to assume risk of a mortgage

This article was written and shared by the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC). In recognition of June as Homeownership Month, the National Foundation for Credit Counseling® (NFCC) recently released the results of a new... Read more »

Father’s Day advice from financial experts

This article has been provided by the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC). Advice is only as good as its source, and in this case the advice comes from those who have decades of... Read more »

Four good reasons to spend money you don’t have

April was a big month for consumer debt. And I mean that in a good way. Per the Federal Reserve, Americans borrowed in April at the highest rate in over 12 years. Nationwide,... Read more »

Eight strategies to cut the cost of your monthly food bill

Will Hamilton writes about smart money management, financial literacy, and lifestyle topics. If you haven't taken the time to add up your monthly grocery expenses, give it a try. If you're like many... Read more »

Is a college degree worth what it costs?

College is exorbitantly expensive. And it’s getting worse all the time. Currently, the average cost for one year (tuition and fees) at a private college is $30,094. At a public college or university... Read more »

Seven mistakes to avoid when getting your next car loan

Will Hamilton writes about smart money management, financial literacy, and lifestyle topics. Got your eye on a new set of wheels? If you plan on financing your purchase, it's important to research your... Read more »

When are you responsible for a deceased relative’s debt?

Losing a loved one is incredibly painful. Being harassed by creditors looking to collect on the deceased’s debt doesn’t make it any easier. Unfortunately, when a loved one passes away, their debt remains,... Read more »

Am I okay financially?

Do you ever wonder if you need help with money? Things are tight, sure, but they’re probably tight all over, you might be saying. Reaching out for help is easier than you... Read more »

Survey reveals the financial struggle of military families

May is Military Appreciation Month. In recognition of that fact, the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) recently commissioned a survey of military personnel, focused on financial trends and concerns. The survey revealed some... Read more »

The difference between saving and not spending

I’m not sure if this qualifies as a joke or an anecdote, but a man and a woman are having a conversation. The woman asks the man if he drinks every day, and... Read more »