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Breaking the cycle: 6 tips to stop living paycheck to paycheck

To stop living paycheck to paycheck, create a budget, track your expenses, cut unnecessary costs, consider other sources of income, and build an emergency fund to create a financial cushion.

7 ways to maximize cash back with your credit card

To maximize your cash back, focus on using the card for everyday expenses, take advantage of bonus categories, and pair the card with those offering complementary rewards.

Struggling to save? Try one of these 5 viral saving challenges

Savings challenges can help you save money by providing structure, motivation, and a sense of accomplishment.

Personal loan interest rates for October 30, 2023

The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated twice weekly.

Personal loan interest rates for October 26, 2023

The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated twice weekly.

Get your wallet ready for the holiday season with these 8 budgeting tips 

Stick to your holiday budget this year!

Personal loan interest rates for October 23, 2023

The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated twice weekly.

Save money on holiday gifts with these 8 store credit cards 

The best store credit cards you need in your life to save big this holiday season!

The best online bank accounts with instant virtual debit cards

The best online banks with virtual debit cards include Axos, Chime, Current, SoFi, and Wise.

The 5 best credit cards to help you save on streaming services

The best credit cards for streaming services listed here.

Supercharge your savings: The best 5 money-saving apps

The best money-saving apps include options from Acorns, Truist, Qapital, Mint, and Current.

Save at the pump with these 6 credit cards

Get all the details on the best credit cards for gas here.

Save more, spend less: 7 best credit cards for grocery shopping

Here's all the info you need on the best credit cards for groceries.

Personal loan interest rates for October 19, 2023

The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated twice weekly.

I'm a travel expert — here's a simple mistake people make when they book

"This is my myth-busting tip of the day," Jess Bohorquez said.

I've lived without turning on the heat for 5 years — here's how to do it

If you’ve decided to give your heater the cold shoulder to save on bills — here’s how to stay warm.

1 in 3 New Yorkers spend half their income on rent: report

“The median renter is rent-burdened, and the median New Yorker is low-income,” housing policy analyst Sam Stein said.

Personal loan interest rates for October 16, 2023

The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated twice weekly.

Personal loan interest rates for October 9, 2023

The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated twice weekly.

Cybersecurity expert reveals 4 words you should never click on — or risk bank fraud

"By stealthily recording sensitive personal and financial information, like usernames, passwords, and credit card numbers, [spyware] presents a significant risk," the expert said.