Articles by Elyssa Kirkham
Country vs. City: Which Has the Larger Balances and Better Credit Scores?
April 10, 2019
The divide between the city and the country has been a cultural touchpoint for centuries. But when it comes to Americans in rural or urban... read more
Where Baby Boomers Carry the Most Non-Mortgage Debt
March 18, 2019
The baby boomer generation (generally defined as those born between 1946 and 1964) are at or approaching retirement age — and they’re closing in on... read more
People Overspend for Valentine’s Day
February 4, 2019
Few days of the year are as romantically and financially fraught as Valentine’s Day. It can seem that every Feb. 14, singles face high stakes... read more
Over 50% of Americans Can’t Cover a $1,000 Emergency With Savings
December 19, 2018
From a leaky roof to a broken bone, life can throw you unexpected costs that must be immediately addressed. When an emergency expense pops up,... read more
Study: Where Can Students Work Their Way Through College?
December 3, 2018
When it comes to paying for college, many students turn to employment to work their way through school. Over three-quarters of college students worked to... read more