Overdrafts and How to Avoid Them
Learn overdrafts explained in plain English, what overdraft and NSF fees are, and simple steps you can take to avoid overdrafts and surprise bank charges.
Warning Signs of a Scam, & How to Protect Yourself
Spot scam red flags—urgency, secrecy, vague details, fake authority, and odd payment requests—and learn simple steps to verify, slow down, and stay safe.
Scams in the US: Who Gets Hit, How Much Is Lost, and What’s Driving It
2024 scam losses surged in the US: FTC $12.5B and FBI IC3 $16B. Learn the biggest fraud types, contact methods, payment rails, and how to report.
Minimum Payments: Why They Keep You in Debt Longer
Learn how credit card minimum payments work, why they keep you in debt longer, and how paying a bit more each month can reduce interest and speed up payoff.
Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) Explained
Learn how Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) works, why it is popular, and the key risks and tradeoffs so you can decide when these installment plans make sense.
Financial Literacy and Why It Matters
Learn what financial literacy is, why it matters, and simple first steps beginners can take to manage money with less stress and more control.
How Compound Interest Works
Learn how compound interest works, how it differs from simple interest, and why it can help your savings grow or make debt more expensive over time.
Simple Budget Methods for Beginners
Learn simple budget methods for beginners, including 50/30/20, zero-based budgeting, and pay yourself first, to gain more control over your monthly money.
