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by Kiara TaylorContributorAmericans’ use of mobile banking apps and online banking continues to grow as fewer people are visiting brick and mortar banks to access their bank accounts. This has people wondering, “Are banking apps safe?”To answer this question, it’s important to understand data privacy policies and have an awareness of potential threats to your consumer information. You work hard for your money, so it’s crucial that you make sure

Real Answers for Life’s Money Challengesby Robin Hartill, CFP®Senior EditorMy husband and I have been married for 10 years. We have four children (ages range from 8 to 5 months). We recently relocated, and my husband is not working so he can care for our youngest children. My mother-in-law retired and relocated with us. She is currently living with us and has been for over 10 months. She intends on purchasing

by Adam Hardy, Robert BruceMore than a million student loan borrowers are entitled to automatic relief thanks to recent court settlements and rule changes from the U.S. Department of Education.Several groups of student loan borrowers will receive automatic aid unless they choose to opt out. The groups include some current and former service members, borrowers with qualifying permanent disabilities that prevent them from working and attendees of the defunct ITT

by Rachel Christian, CEPF®Senior WriterA recession may be on the horizon.Gas prices are at a staggering $5 per gallon on average. Rents are soaring and inflation is at 8.6% — the highest it’s been in 40 years.The stock market is flirting with bear territory and bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies continue to crash.In response to soaring inflation, the Federal Reserve is raising interest rates — a move economists worry could slow

Real Answers for Life’s Money Challengesby Robin Hartill, CFP®Senior EditorI am a 27-year-old who still lives with her parents. I’m also a college dropout. I was never taught anything about finances, and I’m just now starting to learn. I have medical debt that I’m working on paying off and a car payment, and I can’t seem to save up any money. I live in a town where it’s nearly impossible to

by Larissa RunkleContributor Meal planning and food prep often feel overly complicated, but that doesn’t have to be the case, especially if your goal is simply to cut down on your weekly grocery bill. With the rising cost of food (which has gone up nearly 10% in the past 12 months), now is a great time to reconsider how you’re spending on groceries. The concept behind meal planning is simple: