You’ve probably heard of catfishing, or using a fake identity to trick someone into a relationship. But there’s another phenomenon you should pay attention to in the dating world, and it could be a threat to both your money and your heart. “Financial catfishing” is when someone fakes their wealth to impress a date or…
Once the holiday glow wears off, the gifts have been opened, and the credit card bills have arrived, you may be ready for a financial reset. January is a natural time to adopt new financial habits, but if your to-do list is long, it can be difficult to know how to get started. Below, we’ll…
You know the drill: The ball drops, the confetti flies, and you, along with 45% of Americans, sail into the new year determined to save more money. You can stick to your resolution for a few weeks or a couple of months, but then life happens. No matter how excited you felt on January 1,…
Debt has a way of silently controlling your financial life. It can put pressure on your budget, making other goals (like saving and investing) seem more difficult than they should. Fortunately, January can be a good time to reset your financial habits and make significant progress paying off your debts. Even small changes at the…
