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        1. If you lost your job and are struggling to make ends meet, it could be worth adding a note to your credit report
          Your credit report is a snapshot of your finances, showing payment history and balances for all your past and current accounts. Whenever you apply for
        2. 3 Financial Tools We Should All Be Thankful For
          The holidays are a great time to take stock of the things that make life worth living -- family, friends, and the hobbies we enjoy. They're also an ideal time to express gratitude for the tools that make our financial lives easier. Here are a few in particular that are really worth celebrating. 1. 401(k) plans Saving f
        3. 7 Easy Ways to Improve Your Credit Score Right Now
          Whether you’re looking ahead to a brighter future or still feeling a financial blow from the pandemic, it’s a good time to take a look at your credit score and find ways to improve it. A higher credit score can help you qualify for better interest rates on all sorts of loans, from mortgages to credit cards. On the othe
        4. 3 Tax Moves That Could Save You Money During COVID-19
          The COVID-19 pandemic has certainly done a number on the U. S. economy -- double-digit-percentage unemployment, damage to countless small businesses and the destruction of many of them, and a shaky stock market that plummeted more rapidly than ever in history just a few short months ago. Of course, that doesn't even be
        5. While all businesses are facing challenges due to
          While all businesses are facing challenges due to high interest rates, inflation and staffing shortages, nonprofits have been hit especially hard.
        6. Here’s 6 Tips to Live On One Income When Your Spouse Loses Their Job
          The sudden loss of a spouse can be emotionally and financially challenging. Here are tips for learning how to navigate life on one income
        7. Unmarried And Living Together? Be Aware Of These Financial Challenges
          Are you one of the growing number of unmarried Americans who are living with a partner?
        8. 6 tips for building a strong social media community that small businesses can use to drive sales
          Social media marketing is an important part of building a customer base and generating sales, but for some small businesses, it can feel daunting to stand out in an overcrowded space. At Mastercard's first Small Business Summit, one panel of women with a variety of experience in content creation and marketing discussed
        9. COVID-19 Has Proved That All Businesses Need a Backup Plan. Here's How to Put Yours in Place
          It's estimated that more than 100,000 small businesses have permanently closed their doors in the wake of COVID-19, and many more have no doubt come close. Thankfully, there's been some relief for small businesses during the ongoing crisis and recession. Paycheck Protection Program loans, for example, have been instrum
        10. No one is immune to a financial disaster, but everyone can be smart about what comes next
          Financial planning isn't about making perfect decisions with your money. Mistakes are bound to happen. You might not have control over unexpected crises, but you do have control over your preparedness and your reaction. If you find it difficult to save, try setting up micro-goals to hold yourself accountable every day.