Personal Finance

Using a scientific device that tests for the amount of germs on a given surface, the team at LendEDU tested our debit & credit cards, cash, and coins to put some hard data behind just how dirty our money really is.

A key problem for many college graduates today is getting hired. Landing a job is a tough gig in general. On top of being generally qualified, there are plenty of skills to master when job searching such as building a resume, interviewing effectively, learning brand new skills for certain jobs, and networking – to name […]

According to Statista, robo-advisors are a growing trend in the wealth management space, accounting for over $980 billion in asset management as of 2019 – up from $240 billion in 2017. The same report shows that robo-users have increased by 250% in the same time frame. Today, many consumers can simply hop on the computer […]

There are different ways to pay off debt including the debt snowball method and avalanche method. There are also debt consolidation loans and other financial products that combine your debt into one manageable payment.

Everything about college is expensive — from the tuition to the textbooks to housing and food. It can be difficult figuring out how to save money in college, but with a few simple steps, you’ll be on your way toward spending less and saving more.

Using exclusive data provided by Truebill, LendEDU has listed out the companies that are the most likely cut a deal with a customer and which companies cut the most off the bill after some tough negotiating.

Simply put, lifestyle inflation is what happens when you habitually increase your spending as your income grows, making it difficult to get out of debt or meet other financial goals. Rather than spending more as you earn more, using that extra cash to pay off debt or save for retirement can benefit you in the long run.

Americans tend to put a high priority on vacations, with roughly half planning to take a summer vacation this year. However, with average vacation costs of $2,000 per person, you’ll want to examine your budget to identify potential savings opportunities and limit any unnecessary vacation expenses.

Although many budgeting apps focus on single users, Zeta helps couples stay on top of their finances together. If you and your partner are looking for a way to seamlessly merge your finances for better money management, Zeta could be worth considering.

In the age of the side hustle, opportunities for college students to earn a little cash before and after class are plentiful. If you can afford the time, there are dozens of ways to make money in college.