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by Larissa RunkleContributor Planning to tie the knot this year? Ask anyone in the throes of prepping for a wedding and they will tell you how stressful wedding planning can be. Add in budget woes, and stress levels start to skyrocket. Even if you aren’t looking to throw the most ostentatious party of the year, even the most simple weddings aren’t the casual city-hall affair they used to be. In

by Sarah Li-CainContributorOppLoans is a solid alternative to expensive payday loans, especially for those with bad credit. While eligibility requirements are straightforward, the high interest rates means it’s an expensive personal loan option.Our review will give you the information to decide if using this service is right for you. Founded in 2015, OppLoans is headquartered in Chicago. The online lender offers loans that are geared towards borrowers who have poor credit

by Kari FaberStaff WriterHere’s the dirty truth — putting money in a regular savings account will do nothing for Future You. Yep, we said it. The problem is that you still need a savings account for your emergency fund or vacation fund. What is that 0.05% average APY going to do for you? Nothing. Nothing!But a savings app called Yotta makes keeping your savings account worthwhile. Not only will it pay

by Larissa RunkleContributor It’s no surprise that weddings are expensive. But what might shock you is just how much they actually cost. In 2021, the average couple spent nearly $30k (or $34,000 if you count the engagement ring) on their nuptials, with over $500 of that going toward wedding invitations. And while some of those costs (notably picking a great venue), might be totally worth adding to the budget. However

by Lisa McGreevy, Catherine Hiles Who doesn’t look forward to a day of spa treatments? The massage, the facial, the steam bath. Every moment is so luxurious, except the moment you get the bill. And sometimes that’s preceded by pressure to buy products with big markups. Spas and all the services they offer are expensive indulgences. But you can create that pampered feeling yourself for a whole lot less money.

by JoEllen SchilkeContributorYou probably have aluminum foil, Coca-Cola, salt, baking soda, peanut butter, vinegar, and Windex in your house and you might already have coconut oil. If not, you should. These common household items can save you emergency trips to the store as well as money.You may never buy bleach, stain remover, or furniture polish again!Our guide to using these common and cheap items can save you time and money,