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Lifestyle Creep: What It Is and How to Avoid It

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3 min read | April 18, 2024

Lifestyle creep can affect anyone who has had an increase of income through a pay raise, debt payoff, or an unexpected influx of funds. Understand what lifestyle creep is, how to recognize it, and how to avoid it with this article.

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Tax Breaks for Students

BLOG | COLLEGE

2 min read | March 6, 2025

Higher education is an investment in your future and the government recognizes this. Tax credits and deductions can lighten the load a little and make college more affordable. Figure out which credits and deductions work best for you.

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Spring Break Travel Tips on Any Budget

BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL

2 min read | March 4, 2025

Traveling — especially during peak seasons like spring break — can feel financially impossible. Learn some tips and tricks to help you get away for spring break without breaking the bank!

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Tips to Build a Better Emergency Fund

BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL

3 min read | February 27, 2025

We never know what life is going to throw at us. Having money in reserve can relieve stress in times of crisis. Here are some tips and tricks to be successful in creating a strong emergency fund.

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Tax Refunds: A Time to Get Ahead

BLOG | BUDGETING

2 min read | February 25, 2025

Using your tax refund to pay down loan balances or high-interest credit cards can help in multiple ways. Paying the balances down can save you money by cutting down on interest costs and may even reduce your future monthly payments.

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What Is the "Gig" Economy?

BLOG | CAREER

1 min read | February 20, 2025

Career choices are big decisions. What happens if you start a new career, and it just isn’t for you? While you consider your options, maybe the flexibility of a job in the gig economy is right for you.

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Get More with CashBack+

BLOG | BUDGETING

1 min read | February 20, 2025

Do you like earning money on items you already planned to buy? If so, CashBack+ may be a great resource for you! Read more about what CashBack+ is and how it could help you achieve your financial goals in our new article.

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