Laura's Articles

• Walmart Store Closures in 2023 Will Affect Consumers in These 6 States

  Did your store make the cut?

• The IRS Has Refunded $158B As of March 17 — Here’s How Much the Average Taxpayer is Getting Back

  The average tax return may be less than you expect.

• Are Credit Unions a Safe Alternative to Banks Amid Financial Crisis?

  Learn how a credit union protects your money.

• Experts Propose Tax Cap as Social Security Solution — Which Americans Would Be Most Affected?

  Raising the cap could make funding Social Security more fair.

• Using Buy Now, Pay Later for Groceries Has a Surprising Advantage

  Would interest-free financing on groceries help your budget?

• Dave Ramsey Warns Sometimes the ‘Cheapest Route’ Can Cost You — Here’s How

  You may want to think twice before buying budget-insurance.

• Student Loan Forgiveness: Biden’s ‘Fresh Start’ Plan Deemed $34 Billion Success — How It Benefits Borrowers

  If your federal student loans are in default, you must act soon

• Suze Orman Says Stimulus Checks Are Hurting Your Finances — How To Regain Control

  You can beat financial stress!

• Worried About Retirement Savings? 5 Reasons You’re Not as Ill-Prepared as You Think

  A secure retirement isn't just about your account balance.

• Mortgage Rates Fall After SVB Failure, But Is It Safe To Buy A House Now?

  It may be safer than you think.