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4 Ways Student Loan On-Ramp Reduces Stress

October 30, 2023
By: Kathryn Ellywicz
After receiving two Education degrees from Michigan State University, Kathryn never expected to be working at a financial wellness organization, but she is happy to be educating Americans on personal finance. Over her six years at GreenPath, Kathryn has been an NFCC-certified financial counselor, trained incoming counselors, led the effort to HUD-certify over 150 counselors, and more.
Category: Blog, Budgeting, Credit, Savings

Unlock stress relief with the 12-month On-Ramp Period for federal student loans. Explore payment flexibility and debt solutions.”

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Giving To Others Makes Us Happy

October 25, 2023
By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
GreenPath Financial Wellness is a trusted national nonprofit with more than 60-years of helping people build financial health and resiliency. Our NFCC-certified counselors give you options to manage credit card debt, student loans and homeownership.
Category: Blog, Budgeting

If you give more, you’ll get more. Money can buy happiness when you spend it on someone else. Learn how you can give AND achieve your goals.

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Breast Cancer UnAwareness Month™: Strategies for Financial Resilience

October 20, 2023
By: Molly MacDonald
Molly MacDonald is co-founder and CEO of Pink Fund, a nonprofit that provides three to six months of financial support for women and families in active breast cancer treatment. Pink Fund was born 17 years ago out of MacDonald’s own experience as a mother of five struggling to make ends meet during her breast cancer diagnosis. Prior to founding Pink Fund, MacDonald had an extensive career in journalism, public relations, marketing, and sales. She is a frequent columnist and contributing writer for health journals and publications.
Category: Blog, Budgeting, Credit, Savings

Pink Fund extends a helping hand, while GreenPath provides complimentary financial counseling for comprehensive support.

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5 Common Credit Card Myths, Debunked

October 17, 2023
By: Tara Spicer
Tara Spicer is a writer for GreenPath Financial Wellness, covering everything from budgeting best practices to financial literacy for families. A former book editor and University of Michigan alum, she divides her time between the page and parenting in Seattle, Washington.
Category: Blog, Budgeting, Credit, Savings

Demystifying prevalent credit card myths for informed financial choices, ensuring wise credit card management for a secure financial future

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Real Stories Ep 44: The Cost of Credit: Renita

October 15, 2023
By: Chris Dlugozima
Chris is a Learning Experience Designer at GreenPath Financial Wellness, where he’s been since the beginning of the millennium. Using creativity and a sense of humor, he provides people with the tools and knowledge to navigate their lives when it comes to their money.
Category: Blog, Budgeting, Credit Card Debt, Podcasts, Real Stories

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Follow Renita’s journey from an innocent credit card application to overcoming a crippling debt burden with GreenPath’s help.

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What to Know About Student Grant Programs

October 10, 2023
By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
GreenPath Financial Wellness is a trusted national nonprofit with more than 60-years of helping people build financial health and resiliency. Our NFCC-certified counselors give you options to manage credit card debt, student loans and homeownership.
Category: Blog, College, Financial Education

Student grant programs are free financial aid that you are not required to repay. Federal and state governments commonly fund student grants.

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Try These Ten Financial Life Hacks

October 6, 2023
By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
GreenPath Financial Wellness is a trusted national nonprofit with more than 60-years of helping people build financial health and resiliency. Our NFCC-certified counselors give you options to manage credit card debt, student loans and homeownership.
Category: Blog, Budgeting, Financial Education, Financial Health Tips

Smart money management is within reach when you understand how to improve your financial life. The most powerful way to succeed is to keep it simple. Financial life hacks are all about reducing stress and effort.

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Cumpla el Sueño de Comprar una Casa (Fulfill the Dream of Buying a House) – Recorded Webinar

October 3, 2023
By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
GreenPath Financial Wellness is a trusted national nonprofit with more than 60-years of helping people build financial health and resiliency. Our NFCC-certified counselors give you options to manage credit card debt, student loans and homeownership.
Category: Español, Financial Habits, Financial Health Tips, Recorded Webinars, Saving

¿Sueña con comprar una casa para usted y su familia? Permítanos ayudarle a conocer mejor el sistema y a como navegarlo con confianza.

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Rest, Recharge, and Save with a Staycation

September 26, 2023
By: Tara Spicer
Tara Spicer is a writer for GreenPath Financial Wellness, covering everything from budgeting best practices to financial literacy for families. A former book editor and University of Michigan alum, she divides her time between the page and parenting in Seattle, Washington.
Category: Blog, Budgeting

Embrace the art of staycationing to find tranquility and savings all in one. This guide explores how to achieve ultimate relaxation, recharge your energy, and keep your budget intact, all while enjoying a memorable staycation experience.

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Category: Blog