Category: Budgeting

Understanding Your Credit Score in 2026: What Really Matters Now

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The Future of Retirement: Planning for 2050, 60, or 70 (Yes, Starting in 2026)

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How-to-Guide: Managing Financial StressMoney stress is real. The good news? So are the solutions.Money and stress go hand in hand, but by changing a few small and simple habits, you can take back control and feel a little less stressed about your finances.Step 1: Spot the Stress that Starts the CycleWorrying about bills can trigger overthinking, avoidance,...

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Emergency Funds: How Much is Enough in Today’s Economy?

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How-to-Guide: Cash, Credit, and Debit – How Should I Pay?

How to Use AI as a Smart Tool for Your Financial Planning Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming more common in our daily lives—from personalized playlists to voice assistants. But did you know it can also help you take control of your financial future? At CSE, we believe in giving you the tools to make informed, empowered decisions. That’s

  Understanding Buy Now, Pay Later Services What You Need to Know Before You Click “Pay Later” Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services are popping up everywhere — from online shopping carts to your favorite clothing apps. They promise a simple solution: break up your purchase into smaller payments, often with “no interest”...

  A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Finances to Gen Alpha As parents, we want to equip our children with the skills they need to succeed in life, and financial education is one of the most important lessons we can pass down. But for Gen Alpha — kids born between 2010 and 2025 — the way they learn is already drastically different...

  How-to-Guide on How Money Management Accounts Works 1. What Is a Money Management Account? A money management account (MMA) is a type of bank account that lets you save money while earning a bit more interest (or dividends) than a regular savings account. It’s a good place to put money you want to keep safe and grow, but still...

    The True Cost of Holiday Spending The holiday season is a magical time, but along with the festivities comes a lot of pressure to buy gifts, host parties, and splurge on holiday traditions. For many, this means pulling out the credit card and racking up debt, or even applying for a holiday loan all in the name of showing love...