Everyone should regularly check their credit report. The difference between a soft inquiry and a hard inquiry can significantly impact your score. Here's what you should know about the difference between both.

Ignoring your student loan debt is not a good idea. Instead, start right now by making a plan to get out of student loan debt. The sooner you start the better. Here is how.

At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, President Joe Biden announced a pause on student loans. However, with the pause going away, Dec. 31, 2022, the Biden Administration is setting up a loan forgiveness program to reduce outstanding student debts.

Debt collection agencies are infamous for how terribly they treat people. With some little-known facts, you can get through collections quickly and be much better off.

A basic budget provides you with a plan to implement, should a financial emergency strike and you must limit your spending only to your most basic needs.

Okeeba Jubalo is the Founder and CEO of Okeeba Jubalo Fine Art Gallery, located in North Charleston, South Carolina, and is known as the South’s premier African American fine art gallery. As a special guest on Culture Meets Money, Okeeba Jubalo discussed how people could invest and profit from fine art.

There are pros and cons to both debit and credit cards. It’s important to understand how to use both cards so that you can have great financial health.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people were laid off from their jobs causing their expenses to become unaffordable. Many people were unable to purchase some necessities and desired products outright, which caused them to turn to the buy now, pay later (BNPL) program.

Credit cards, debit cards and prepaid debit cards can all be used to make purchases.  The best best choice for you depends on your spending goals and what you want to get out of the card.

Cryptocurrency has become increasingly popular over the years. It has experienced many technological advances and had many ups and downs. During its peak, many people were investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other altcoins. Although cryptocurrency had an initial purpose, the current market does not reflect its intentions, which is why some believe its real value was never $3 trillion.

The idea of having children can be sweet when you think about all the special moments like the cuddles, hugs, and kisses. But the reality of having children is that they are a huge responsibility, especially regarding your finances, as a recent estimate says caring for a child costs $300,000.

If you own a credit card, it’s important to know how it works, and one of the perks of having a credit card is consumer protection. For example, you can dispute the charge with your credit card company if you have a billing error or fraudulent charge.

Appreciating and depreciating assets both serve an important role in your financial portfolio. Knowing the difference between the two and how to use each one to its greatest effect can maximize their value as you build your wealth.

On August 24, 2022, Subway announced their $15 Footlong Pass for the month of September. This test trial aims to determine whether its consumers are willing to pay a subscription fee to receive discounts on their food. Depending on its success, it could change how Subway functions in the future.

Financial statements are often thought of as something that only companies need worry about, but a personal financial statement can help you track your financial health and hone in on trouble spots and opportunities.