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Lisa Robertson Apr 18, 2023 3 min read

How to Budget Your Money: A Beginner’s Guide

Budgeting is a key part of financial management, but it can be difficult to know where to start. This blog post will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to budget your money, so you can take control of…

Stacey Waugh Mar 31, 2023 3 min read

April is Financial Literacy Month!

Financial Literacy Month is a national observance held every April to promote financial education and responsibility. Financial Literacy Month is a great time to learn more about financial literacy and to start taking steps to improve your financial well-being. Financial…

Lisa Robertson Mar 23, 2023 3 min read

Good News & Bad News with Student Loans: Income Driven Repayment Plan Adjustment Extended; Student Loan Forgiveness Still Blocked By Lawsuit

Loan Consolidation Required–Parachute Credit Counseling Offers FREE Assistance and Counseling While student loan forgiveness remains on hold for the forseeable future, Income Driven Repayment (IDR) plans are an available opportunity designed to financially assist borrowers and to ultimately reform the…

Lisa Robertson Mar 14, 2023 4 min read

Can I Negotiate Credit Card Debt?

Many of us have been there… our credit card debt is mounting. The increased interest rates aren’t helping matters, and we are starting to feel like we need a plan. When you are first starting out on your path to…

Lisa Robertson Mar 6, 2023 1 min read

Parachute Celebrates National Consumer Protection Week

Looking to protect yourself from fraud, identity theft, and scams? Wondering about the best way to improve your credit, shop for a used car, or how to maximize your security online? Parachute has information for you during National Consumer Protection…