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Explore essential personal finance areas like budgeting, saving, and investing to boost your financial literacy. These topics provide practical insights and strategies for effectively managing your money and achieving long-term financial security.

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Studies

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.

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 »

66% of Parents Would Go Into Debt So Their Kids Feel Like They Fit In at School

By: Lynn Cadet 8/14/2025

Two-thirds of parents say they are willing to go into debt to help their children fit in at school, according to a recent BadCredit.org study, revealing... Read More »

Study: Millennials and Gen Z Report More Financial Regret

By: Lynn Cadet 6/18/2025

They were raised on budgeting apps, YouTube finance hacks, and “money diaries.” But in 2025, nearly half of Gen Z and millennial adults say they regret a... 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.

Paytomat Lets Consumers Use Cryptocurrency for Purchases

Paytomat Lets Consumers Use Cryptocurrency for Purchases

In a Nutshell: Cryptocurrency offers an enticing alternative for consumers who have limited... Read More »

Adam West 9/19/2019

DNotes Facilitates Expanded Crypto Usage and Accessibility

DNotes Facilitates Expanded Crypto Usage and Accessibility

In a Nutshell: Studies show that women are being left behind in the world of cryptocurrency.... Read More »

Adam West 9/18/2019

SoftMaker FreeOffice™ is the Free Alternative to Expensive Software

SoftMaker FreeOffice™ is the Free Alternative to Expensive Software

In a Nutshell: While the cost of a new computer may seem high, the real sticker shock often... Read More »

Adam West 9/6/2019

LegalShield: Save Time and Money with a Legal Subscription

LegalShield: Save Time and Money with a Legal Subscription

In a Nutshell: Legal fees — especially unanticipated ones — can cause havoc on household... Read More »

Matt Walker 8/30/2019

Branch Provides Financial Tools for Hourly Workers

Branch Provides Financial Tools for Hourly Workers

In a Nutshell: Income variability can make it difficult for hourly workers to plan and pay for... Read More »

Adam West 8/22/2019

MoneyMagpie Empowers U.K. Readers to Increase Earnings

MoneyMagpie Empowers U.K. Readers to Increase Earnings

In a Nutshell: In the modern gig economy, many people are looking for quick and easy ways to... Read More »

Adam West 6/20/2019