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February 16, 2024
2024 Minimum Wage Increases: How to Maximize Your Income

We know people are struggling to make ends meet. Many SaverLife members have shared that their wages aren’t keeping up with skyrocketing inflation. But in a long-overdue positive change, 24 states are finally taking action in 2024 to increase the minimum wage for their residents, affecting an estimated 10 million workers. What is minimum wage,…

December 19, 2023
6 Tips to Start the New Year on the Right Track Financially

The holidays are a time of hustle and bustle. Between the parties, presents, and meals, other things often shift out of focus. But the new year is a time for refocusing on your goals. Whether you went over budget or just didn’t pay attention to your spending over the holidays, the new year can be…

December 07, 2023
Overcoming Holiday Debt: Tips to Get Back on Track and Regain Financial Stability

The holidays are here! And with the gifts, decorations, and travel that go along with the holidays, it’s easy to see how spending can stack up at this time of the year. In fact, Americans spend an estimated $1,000 on Christmas each year! Sometimes, this spending can even cause you to go into debt. The good…

November 30, 2023
Thrift Gifts: Preloved Finds for Holiday Gift Giving

Some things stand the test of time: a classic book, a colorful scarf, a cute end table, quality cookware. With a bit of time for searching, the perfect gift may be at a secondhand store near you.  There are two types of secondhand stores. Thri...

December 13, 2023
Free, Cheap and (Mostly) Homemade Holiday Gift Ideas

Homemade holiday gifts may just be the best way to give. They’re easy on the budget AND meaningful to the giver and the receiver. Get Creative Use your unique talents and interests to make homemade gifts. Give the Gift of Time Together Most of...