Millennials are in a tough place when it comes to home ownership. High housing prices combined with financial challenges like heavy student debt loads, high living costs and flat wages aren’t making it any easier. If you’re struggling to get into the housing market and looking for advice on how to deal with debt and achieve your financial goals, read on. Our 2018 Affordability Index told us that many millennials are finding it hard to get by, never mind saving money. Those who do manage to save and pay down debt in order to prepare for home ownership are faced with the risk that they’ll become ..read more

Feeling stressed out and overwhelmed by the amount of consumer debt that you owe? You’re not alone and it may be affecting your emotional health. While it’s not surprising that debt can take a toll on your emotions, it may be surprising to learn that men and women do not experience debt in the same way. In fact, according to our Affordability Index, more women than men struggle to deal with overwhelming consumer debt and also tend to carry heavier debt loads. Dealing with the emotional effects of overwhelming consumer debt takes planning, commitment and perseverance. Here are a few tips to hel ..read more