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The COVID-19 pandemic brought a massive amount of stress for many Americans who have been laid off or furloughed from their jobs due to the economic downturn caused by the crisis. What also has many people stressed (all the time, not just during a health crisis) is healthcare coverage and costs. Healthcare has always been […]

If you’ve lost your job or had a reduction in income due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you’re definitely not alone. The Federal Reserve Bank estimates that 47 million Americans will lose their jobs due to the economic slowdown caused by the outbreak. Many people have been laid off or furloughed, which can be devastating. When […]

Fear and panic about the coronavirus is spreading faster than the actual virus itself. Asia is a massive market for consumer goods; also, many goods or their components are produced and manufactured in Asian countries. Due to the coronavirus, everyday life in parts of Asia, particularly China, has temporarily come to a halt. We are […]

IBD & My Journey to Healthy Eating A few years ago, I went to Brazil to teach English on a 6 month assignment. Brazil is my favorite place to travel and I’d been there several times before, but this time was different. Everyday I was exhausted, fatigued, weak, and my stomach was in constant pain. […]

You guys know that my nickname is “Frugal Fran” and I’m all about getting the biggest bang for my buck when online shopping at my favorite stores. With the abundance of coupons, discounts, and promo codes that we have access to, I refuse to pay full price for anything (however, I’m happy to pay full […]

For most people, student loan interest is crazy ex that they want to avoid, but if you’re in the process of repaying your student loan debt, you may be eligible for a tax break. I know first hand that student loans and being in debt is a STRESSFUL burden, but I personally have been able […]

Confession 1: I am extremely obsessive. I am manic about everything, especially my goals. Having an 800+ credit score was a personal goal of mine. If you want the best interest rates when you’re ready to make a big purchase, such as a house or a car, most lenders only require that you have a […]

Please. Listen. Closely.​ Just because your skin is vibrant and your boobs aren’t saggy, doesn’t mean you should put retirement planning on the back burner! Almost 2/3 women have less than $10,000 saved for retirement. If this statistic doesn’t shock you, it should! On average, women live longer than men and we need to have […]

1. Rich people don’t swipe their credit cards for things they can’t afford​ For many of us, getting our first credit card is super exciting, but it can get you into a lot of trouble if you’re not careful. I was 18 years old making $12/hr when I got my first credit card. For some […]

Everybody on the Gram is talking about passive income. No, you don’t need to launch 4 businesses, 97 courses, and write 15 E-books in order to make money while you sleep. Because let’s face it, not everyone wants to start a business. It takes a lot of time AND money. And if it requires a […]