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Explore research offering insights into personal finance essentials like budgeting, saving, and investing. These studies are key for understanding debt, credit scores, and more, empowering you to manage finances effectively and achieve financial security.

49% of Parents Delay Bills or Sacrifice Necessities for Back-to-School Costs

By: Lynn Cadet 8/11/2026

Back-to-school season is here. And while this time is typically filled with excitement of the prospects of a new season and school year ahead, many parents... Read More »

51% of Prediction Market Users Borrowed Money to Fund Bets

By: Lynn Cadet 8/5/2026

As prediction markets expand across sports, politics, and current events, some Americans are using them for more than entertainment. They are treating the... Read More »

States with the Most Intense Sports Betting Activity

By: Lynn Cadet 5/27/2026

America is currently experiencing a sports betting boom. From 2020 to 2025, the money wagered by Americans on sports bets grew from roughly $20 billion to... Read More »

Most Affordable College Towns to Watch March Madness

By: Lynn Cadet 2/24/2026

As millions of Americans prepare for bracket-breaking excitement next month, many are also trying to avoid breaking something else: the bank. March Madness... Read More »

Industry News

Stay informed on the latest personal finance industry news—key for understanding market shifts, regulatory updates, and innovations. These developments impact how financial services operate, influencing the tools and resources available to manage your finances.

Humans.net: Finding & Procuring Services with a Personal Touch

Humans.net: Finding & Procuring Services with a Personal Touch

In a Nutshell: Although Humans.net is driven by data and technology, the company prioritizes... Read More »

Matt Walker 11/18/2019

Creddle Allows Job Seekers to Craft Custom Résumés

Creddle Allows Job Seekers to Craft Custom Résumés

In a Nutshell: A résumé is one of the most critical documents in your professional life, but... Read More »

Adam West 11/15/2019

Metro Hartford: Diverse Opportunities in Numerous Sectors

Metro Hartford: Diverse Opportunities in Numerous Sectors

In a Nutshell: Hartford, Connecticut’s history predates that of the United States, but the... Read More »

Matt Walker 11/15/2019

TVexe Offers Free Access to Hundreds of Cable Channels

TVexe Offers Free Access to Hundreds of Cable Channels

In a Nutshell: Cable subscriptions have been steadily declining over the past decade due to the... Read More »

Matt Walker 10/31/2019

Paxful Allows Users to Pay and Earn Incentives with Bitcoin

Paxful Allows Users to Pay and Earn Incentives with Bitcoin

In a Nutshell: Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin offer a valuable alternative for the segments of... Read More »

Adam West 10/7/2019

TranscribeMe: Earn Extra Cash Through Transcription

TranscribeMe: Earn Extra Cash Through Transcription

In a Nutshell: TranscribeMe provides opportunities for workers to make money by completing... Read More »

Matt Walker 10/2/2019