What Is a Stipend? Understanding This Often-Misunderstood Form of Income
Are you being paid a salary or do you receive a stipend? While money in your pocket is money in…
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Opening Your First Credit Card
Credit cards are a critical aspect of financial wellness. With a credit card, you can build credit, earn rewards, get…
Opening Your First Checking Account? Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’re opening your first checking account—congrats! Read on for a fast guide to everything you need to know about…
What Every New College Student Should Know About Banking with Harvard FCU
Did you know that Harvard Federal Credit Union membership is available to all Harvard affiliates, including faculty, staff, students, alumni…
Your Mid-Year Money Checklist
Why a Mid-Year Financial Cleanse Matters When you hear the word “cleanse,” you might think of juice detoxes or closet…
Protecting Your Identity in the Digital Age
Twenty years ago, identity fraud was primarily conducted through forgery, mail theft and stolen documents. Today, fraudsters intent on identity…
What to Do if You’re Late Making Car Payments
Life happens—and when money gets tight, skipping a car payment can feel like a quick fix. But the short-term relief…
What Is Abandoned Property? Money at Large
State treasurers across the United States are currently in possession of around $70 billion in unclaimed assets, including uncashed paychecks,…
Don’t Let Subscription Creep Drain Your Account
If you’re seeing higher-than-expected expenses, or noticing less and less money left over at the end of the month, it…