COVID-19 Financial Guide for Healthcare Professionals
This free financial guide for healthcare workers explains what those working to protect our health can do to preserve their financial wellness.
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April Lewis-Parks
How Can I Save Money While I’m in Debt?
Saving money can’t wait for you to be debt free. We asked 18 experts for their tips on how to save money while you’re in debt, so you can start saving now.
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New FICO Credit Score Changes: Some Will Soar, Other Will Crash
Learn how the latest credit score changes with FICO 10 will affect people who are working to pay off credit card debt, and those using consolidation loans.
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Hindsight is 2020: How to learn from money mistakes
Even experts make money mistakes. Learn from our panel about money missteps and how you can learn from them and move forward.
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14 Single Parents and Financial Experts on Money Challenges
The struggles of single parents are not any easier where finances are concerned. We spoke to 14 single parents and experts on overcoming financial issues.
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Avoid Vampire Energy and Save Money This Halloween
Beware the vampires lurking in your home! Vampire energy sucks down power and drive up your bills. Here's how to save that electricity.
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19 Experts Respond: Teens, Money and Financial Independence
Teens are often not equipped to handle finances and financial independence. We asked 19 experts about the best way to teach teens about money.
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10 Experts Answer: Overcoming the Challenges Women Face with Money
We talked to 10 personal finance experts who offer their advice on how to overcome the unique challenges women face with money to achieve stability.
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What to Do After a Credit Card Data Breach
Over 100 million Capital One cardholders may have had personal data exposed. We explain what to do after a credit data breach to protect your identity.
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Read This If You Were a Victim of the 2017 Equifax Data Breach
If you were a victim of the 2017 Equifax data breach, you may be eligible for one year of free credit monitoring or $125. Learn how to see if you qualify.
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Is Your Debt-to-Income Ratio Telling You It’s Time to Get Debt Help?
Debt-to-income ratio is a tool that lenders use to assess your debt, but it can also clue you into knowing when it’s time to get debt help. Learn how here.
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Military Families: Learn to Take Control of Your Financial Life
Consolidated Credit Solutions is holding three Operation FinEdu seminars to teach Service Members and Veterans how to navigate the financial world.
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A Snapshot of Credit Card Debt by State in 2019
Total debt and the number of delinquent accounts are both climbing. We look at average credit card debt by state and offer tips to eliminate debt.
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Attention Federal Employees: Free Help with Credit Card Debt During Government Shutdown
Consolidated Credit announces a special program to help furloughed employees struggling to stay afloat during the government shutdown. Get details here.
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Figuring out the Finances of the Government Shutdown
The FDIC has issued a statement and offered financial advice for federal employees affected by the government shutdown, specifically furloughed homeowners.
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Despite Economy, Employees are Struggling with Debt
Despite a strong economy, employees are still struggling with debt. KOFE (Knowledge of Financial Education) helps employees become financially stable.
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Going into Debt After a Cancer Diagnosis
If you went into debt after a cancer diagnosis, you’re not alone. Learn about debt relief options so you can regain control and focus on your health.
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Is Financial Anxiety Keeping You Up at Night?
Americans are financial stressed and it’s hurting relationships and our lives. We offer 3 smart ways to minimize financial anxiety in your life.
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Disaster Relief Hotline for Hurricane Victims
Consolidated Credit has a toll-free hotline to offer free disaster relief to victims of Hurricane Michael who face challenges debt after the storm.
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Millennials’ Biggest Source of Debt Might Surprise You
You might think that most Millennials struggle the most with student loans, but a new study reveals that their biggest source of debt is credit cards.
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Avoiding ID Theft in the New Age of Credit Card Fraud
Counterfeit credit card fraud is down 75% thanks to EMV chips, but the top three sources of fraud aren’t stopped by chips if you want to prevent ID theft.
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How Security Clearance Credit Check Rules Impact Many Military Service Members
New security clearance credit check rules from the Department of Defense make it more critical than ever that Service Members actively monitor their credit.
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Is Facebook Guilty of Fair Housing Discrimination?
HUD filed a formal complaint against Facebook for violating the Fair Housing Act. We explain what homebuyers need to know as they shop for homes online.
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How Much Should You Have in Emergency Savings?
Emergency savings is essential to cover unexpected expenses like home and car repairs, as well as to give you a financial safety net in case you lose your job or can’t work due to a medical emergency. But how much should you have in emergency savings and how much do average Americans actually save?
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