Author: Karlie Moses

The value of good credit

Written by Karlie Moses on April 30, 2024. Posted in Credit & Borrowing.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Credit & Borrowing The value of good credit Your credit score is one of the most influential aspects of your financial life. A good credit score can significantly reduce the cost of borrowing money over your lifetime and put you in a better position to accomplish goals like buying a home, paying for education, or starting a business. Lenders use credit scores to decide whether to approve you for a loan or credit card...

Frequently asked questions about credit scores

Written by Karlie Moses on April 30, 2024. Posted in Credit & Borrowing.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Credit & Borrowing Frequently asked questions about credit scores Credit scores can be difficult to understand: what are they, why do I need one, and what are they used for? — are some of the common questions. At FinFit, we often get questions about how credit scores really work. We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help you quickly find the answers you need regarding credit scores. What...

5 tourist traps that could be costing you money

Written by Karlie Moses on April 30, 2024. Posted in Family, Home & Lifestyle.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Family, Home & Lifestyle 5 tourist traps that could be costing you money Realizing that you’ve overpaid for something is never fun. So how do you avoid the tourist traps and get the most authentic experience on vacation while ensuring that every penny is well spent? Expensive transportation Though convenient, taxi and ride share costs can quickly add up. Walking is a great way to see a city, and these...

Different ways you could pay your utilities to save cash

Written by Karlie Moses on April 30, 2024. Posted in Spending & Budgeting.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Spending & Budgeting Different ways you could pay your utilities to save cash Keeping up with multiple due dates for your bills can be tricky, but it’s an essential skill to master. We’ve highlighted some key cash-saving opportunities and shared some guidance on how to stay on top of your payments. Paying your bills in full, and on time, can have a positive impact on your credit score. It shows...

5 steps to take if you experience a loss of income

Written by Karlie Moses on April 30, 2024. Posted in Spending & Budgeting.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Spending & Budgeting 5 steps to take if you experience a loss of income If you or your partner have just lost your job, there are probably a lot of thoughts going through your mind, and you likely are anxious about what will happen next—will you get a job and how will you pay the bills until that happens. Here are a few steps you can take to lessen the financial burden and position yourself to bounce back. What...

5 steps to plan your financial life

Written by Karlie Moses on April 30, 2024. Posted in Saving, Investing & Retirement.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Saving, Investing & Retirement 5 steps to plan your financial life When it comes to planning your financial future, it can be difficult to know where to start. This checklist includes five steps you can use to identify the actions needed to achieve more of your financial goals. Of course, you’ll need to pay down any expensive debts and have a sufficient emergency fund before making longer term investments....

5 Reasons Workers Are Stressed About Money — and Why It Matters to Employers

Written by Karlie Moses on April 15, 2024. Posted in Blog.

The financial stress experienced by working Americans is not just a personal issue—it has significant implications for employers as well. According to our newly released sixth annual “Inside the Wallets of Working Americans” report, a staggering 60% of workers feel worried and stressed about their financial situations, with 58% feeling anxious and 46% experiencing trouble sleeping due to financial concerns. But what exactly is driving this stress, and why should employers pay attention? In...

Employer Spotlight: Eastern Virginia Medical School

Written by Karlie Moses on April 11, 2024. Posted in Blog.

Employer Spotlight: Eastern Virginia Medical School In our sixth annual “Inside the Wallets of Working Americans” report in collaboration with HR Dive, it was found 74% of employees find themselves living paycheck to paycheck, grappling with the constant challenge of making ends meet. This financial strain not only affects their day-to-day lives but also impacts their overall well-being and productivity at work. Recognizing this reality, employers have a crucial role to play in supporting their...

Sixth Annual “Inside the Wallets of Working Americans” Report Sheds Light on Employee Financial Stress

Written by Karlie Moses on April 4, 2024. Posted in Blog.

Sixth Annual “Inside the Wallets of Working Americans” Report Sheds Light on Employee Financial Stress In the hustle of everyday life, many of us can relate to the struggle of making ends meet, but what lies beneath the surface of employees’ financial stress? Our sixth annual “Inside the Wallets of Working Americans” report, sheds light on the stark financial realities many are facing. The report paints a sobering picture: a staggering 3 in 4 respondents find themselves...

Survey Finds Three-Quarters of Workers are Living Paycheck to Paycheck

Written by Karlie Moses on April 1, 2024. Posted in Press Releases.

Survey Finds Three-Quarters of Workers are Living Paycheck to Paycheck Written by FinFit on April 1st, 2024.Posted in Press Releases. Saddled with debt and stuck in a financial rut, workers express interest in employee benefits designed to help them save money and pay down debt. VIRGINIA BEACH, April 1st, 2024 / HR Dive / — A new survey from FinFit, the most comprehensive financial wellness platform available to U.S. employers, and HR Dive’s studioID has revealed the financial realities...