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As the American student debt crisis looms, more and more families are being burdened. For 2018 graduates, the average student loan debt was $28,500 . So, while it may seem like you’re alone in dealing with your debt and you may feel like you are facing a lifetime of anxiety, know that 60% of student loan borrowers expect to pay off their student loan debt in their forties .

As with any difficult situation, it is important to have people to talk to. Financial advisors are helpful, but family and friends can also provide crucial support and guidance.

Congratulations, you’re having a baby! Soon, your entire life will be filled with baby bottles, diapers, and … so many sleepless nights. Before you welcome a new life into the world, your to-do list will likely keep expanding.

From preparing the nursery and assembling a crib to creating a birth plan and baby-proofing the house, there is a lot to take care of. And we know it can be completely exhausting. While you are hustling to get everything ready before you bring your little one home, you might want to take a minute to slow down and enjoy this process. One way parents are doing this is by celebrating with a babymoon.

A babymoon is an excursion you go on with your significant other just before the birth or adoption of your child. It’s a time to kick back and relax just one last time. Sure, this trip sounds like another expensive baby-related item, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are a few ideas on how to plan, where to go, and ways to finance your last getaway as a twosome without going overboard on the budget.

In the northern hemisphere, the summer solstice happens when Earth’s north pole is at its maximum tilt towards the Sun. On this magical day of the year, Earth receives the longest stretch of daylight.

In many cultures, the solstice is an important time of year and celebrated with festivals, ceremonies, and traditions. For some, the summer solstice is a time to reflect on renewal and rebirth.

Whether or not you celebrate the summer solstice, the day’s proximity to the year’s halfway point makes it an excellent time to reflect on your own progress. It is a wonderful time to look both forward and backward.

Ready for a summer escape? If you’re daydreaming about getting away this summer but are trying to avoid racking up a crazy travel bill, fear not. Whether you’re in the market for an affordable family vacation or want to see the world solo, here are some tips and tricks that could help you book an affordable vacation this year.

The cultural taboo around talking about money can make it tough to deal with friends who constantly like to bring it up. They may make you cringe with questions about how much you paid for something, how much you make, or maybe they constantly let you know what they dropped on new clothes or tech gear. Here’s a look at how to fend off uncomfortable money conversations—and have some productive ones as well.