What is the 30 Day Savings Rule?
Financial Wellness
By: Chonce Maddox at Chime Do you find it hard to save money? If so, you’re not alone. Saving money requires a commitment in order to make it a habit. ... Read more
Spring Clean Your Budget
Financial Wellness
Would you say that spring cleaning is a ton of fun? Although it’s not great while you’re cleaning, the end result can feel really rewarding! Did you know that you ... Read more
Preparing to Prepare Your Taxes
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget
It’s almost tax time. For some, this is a dreaded season, while others, look forward to receiving a nice refund. Whatever your situation, here’s are a few ways to make ... Read more
2019 Financial Resolutions
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget, Uncategorized
2018 is a thing of the past! It’s 2019, a new year full of new opportunities and chances to better ourselves! Resolutions are great ways to set goals. From eating ... Read more
5 Black Friday Shopping Hacks
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget, Uncategorized
The count down to Black Friday is officially here! One of the most stressful, overwhelming yet thrilling times of the year. Here at Zebit, we’re all about being in charge ... Read more
Holiday Decorating Hacks
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget, Zebit Market
‘Tis the season for decorating! If you’ve been to a local big box store lately, you’ve probably already seen the aisles of holiday decor pop up. With green and red ... Read more
5 Budget Myths
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget, Uncategorized
Whether you have a budget or not, you’ve probably heard a LOT about them! Which makes is hard to decipher the facts from the myths and thus impossible to create ... Read more
4 Essential Holiday Travel Tips
Financial Wellness
You might not feel it yet, but the holidays are fast approaching and for a majority of Americans that means traveling to see family. Travel can be expensive no matter ... Read more
Musical Instruments
Zebit Market
With the school year underway, your back to school shopping completed you now have time to sit back and relax, right? Well, we hate to break it to you but ... Read more
Mid-Year Budget Check In
Financial Wellness
It’s almost September! I know, we can’t believe it either. But as we enter the last quarter of 2018, it’s the perfect time to take a look back at your ... Read more
Tips to Beat the Heat
Zebit Market
This summer has been incredibly warm and humid across the U.S. and it still isn’t over! Here’s a few tips, tricks and product recommendations to help you beat the heat ... Read more
5 Back-to-School Saving Tips
Financial Wellness, Zebit Market
As we quickly approach the upcoming school year, we start noticing our budgets and wallet getting tighter. Between new clothes, shoes, school supplies, and the extra classroom supplies, it can ... Read more
Summer Programs for Kids and Your Budget
Financial Wellness
Summer is right around the corner which means sunny days, popsicles, family vacations and so much more! It also means your kids will be home a majority of the next ... Read more
Flying Hacks To Save Time And Money When Traveling
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget, Uncategorized
It’s been an up and down year for the airliners. There have been several viral incidents that sparked a barrage of negative press and backlash for companies like United, JetBlue, Delta, and ... Read more
5 Helpful Moving Tips
Instant Budget
Summer is almost here! Which also means, a large majority of Americans are packing up their belongings and moving to a new home. Whether it’s because school’s out, the weather ... Read more
Budget-Friendly Decorating Ideas
Financial Wellness, Zebit Market
We’ll be talking about a few ways you can decorate your home after you’ve finished that pesky spring cleaning. Decorating can separate a good room from a great room, but ... Read more
Member Spotlight: Mom of 5 overcame her fears & inspires others to do the same
Member Spotlight
Name: Stephanie S. Age: 37 Hometown: Kansas City, MO “Zebit has given me a place to turn when times are hard and I can’t spend a lot on something. The ... Read more
6 Ways Save More & Spend Less
Financial Wellness
Majority of us would love to have more money in our bank accounts at the end of the month after all the bills are paid. The best way to accomplish ... Read more
Zebit Holiday 2018 Contest Winners
Contests
Thanks to everyone who participated in Zebit’s Holiday Contest. We know that the holidays can be hard on your family and finances. We are honored to help you make it ... Read more
The best smart home devices for you.
Zebit Market
In this day and age, we’re all about being connected. Whether it is through our phones, smart watches or computers we’re virtually always connected to the internet in some way. ... Read more
Four Ways to Utilize Your Tax Refund
Financial Wellness
It’s a new year! We all know what that means…tax season! For some, tax season comes with a tax refund. What do you plan on doing with your refund this ... Read more
Member Spotlight: Zebit helped this mom get essentials when finances were tight
Member Spotlight
“I was able to get essentials and food with the Target eCertificate and was able to get enough gas to get me through until pay day… The repayment makes it ... Read more
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
Zebit MarketFind the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for that special someone on your list – even if it’s yourself!
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Fitness Tracker Review: Apple Watch Series 3 vs. Fitbit Ionic
Zebit Market
With so many new wearable fitness devices, new features, and different brands, it can be a bit challenging to find the right fitness tracker fit for you. And with the ... Read more
Holiday Gift Ideas for Anyone on your List
Uncategorized
We all have friends, family, and acquaintances who are near impossible to buy for. Whether it’s your boyfriend’s parents, your boss, the ninth white elephant party, or that person who ... Read more
Zebit Holiday Contest Winners
Member Spotlight
Congrats to our 2017 Zebit Holiday Contest Winners!! There was one Grand Prize $500 Winner and 5 runner ups who were gifted $50 to Zebit Market. Thanks to the thousands ... Read more
Member Spotlight: A single mom who uses Zebit to give back and help others
Member Spotlight
“I was able to purchase a restaurant gift card for my friend to take her family out. She takes my boys home from school every day and doesn’t expect anything ... Read more
Thanksgiving with the Family (and Zebit!)
Zebit Market
The holiday season is right around the corner! While there are already decorations for Christmas going up around town, we’re not forgetting about one of our favorite holidays, Thanksgiving. What’s ... Read more
Member Spotlight: A house fire doesn’t stop this family from realizing what’s most important
Member Spotlight
“Family is everything and stuff is just stuff.” Name: Christina A. Age: 48 Hometown: Wentzville, MO Tell us a little about you and your family. I am a mom, a ... Read more
6 Easy Ways to Increase Your Credit Score
Financial Wellness
Those looking to build their credit score in a hurry probably already have an appreciation of how difficult and drawn-out building a good score is. It’s also fairly likely that ... Read more
Member Spotlight: Strong father of 3 shares how he overcame financial struggles
Member Spotlight
“Zebit is the help you need when everyone is telling you no.” Name: Tim M. Age: 29 Hometown: Boston, MA Tell us a little about you and your family. ... Read more
Fall is here! Check out what’s new at Zebit.
Zebit Market
Fall is here and we couldn’t be more excited here at Zebit! As one of our four favorite seasons (our team can’t seem to pick a favorite) we decided to ... Read more
Member Appreciation Month is in Full Swing!
News
“Zebit is putting financial control back into the hands of hardworking consumers.” – Marc Schneider, CEO and Co-founder of Zebit This month is all about you! As you may have ... Read more
Member Spotlight: Fun-loving Newly Wed Shares His Zebit Experience
Member Spotlight
Name: Brian A. Age: 45 Hometown: Ogallala, NE Tell us a little about you and your family. I’m a fun loving 45 year old married man, who has 3 grown daughters ... Read more
Take Your Man Cave to the Next Level This Football Season
Zebit Market
Football season is fast approaching, you have your fantasy lineup locked-in, your favorite jersey is wrinkle-free and ready-to-go, but is your man cave (or woman cave) prepared? One of the ... Read more
5 Side Hustles That Could Become Full-Blown Businesses
Financial Wellness
The gig economy is estimated to “employ” as much as a third of the U.S. workforce. The digital-age freelancers that labor under this new career model migrate quickly between driving ... Read more
Member Spotlight: Inspirational Single Mom Tells Her Story
Member Spotlight
Meet a Zebit Member Name: Kambia. W. Age: 38 Hometown: Oklahoma City, OK Tell us about you and your family. I’m a single parent with 3 amazing and ... Read more
Back-To-School Savings Guide
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget
The steady march of the summer through August means two things: the onset of crisp autumn air and the growing anxiety of students that summer break is nearly over. Back-to-school ... Read more
4 Ways You Can Finally Cut The Cord
Instant Budget, Uncategorized
Tired of paying astronomical cable bills? Most of us only watch 17 channels regularly. So why pay such high rates for only watching a handful of networks? Thankfully, there are ... Read more
7 Ways to Increase the Value of Your Home
Financial Wellness, Uncategorized
Whether you’re currently considering a sale of your first house, or just thinking about your next move, chances are the value of your property is never too far off your ... Read more
7 Summer Activities That Won’t Bust Your Budget
Financial Wellness
For those of us who have had to weather the full brunt of winter for the past three to five months, summer is like a…well, summer breeze. Finally free of ... Read more
Home Loans Described Simply
Financial Wellness
You’re finally ready to purchase your first home. You’ve spent years saving up enough for a down payment, and committed full days to researching exactly the type of property you ... Read more
5 Tips to Keep Your Body and Your Budget in Shape
Financial Wellness
“I’m too busy.” “I don’t know what to do.” “It looks like it’s going to rain.” You’ve probably used at least one of these excuses to avoid exercise. Don’t be ... Read more
3 Personal Finance Tips From The Richest People In The World
Financial Wellness
What separates the world’s richest people from the rest of us? Ambition? Luck? Financial acumen? Probably some combination of those factors and many more. The one thing they all have ... Read more
Our Members Tell Us About Their Amazing Mothers
Uncategorized
“She single-handed raised me by herself. My mom worked extremely hard to make sure that I had all the essentials. She would always put me first. I could not ask ... Read more
Do the Math. Your Mom is Probably your Family’s Highest Earner
Financial Wellness
Mother’s Day is the one day of the year specifically dedicated to the appreciation of all of the things that moms do for us. When it comes to household finances, ... Read more
Plan a Night Out with these 8 Budget-Friendly Ideas
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget
After a few weeks of the same routine, most people can appreciate the prospect of breaking out of their evening habits to try something new. However, busting a daily pattern ... Read more
The Science Behind Being A Smarter Shopper
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget
Everyone has their own tricks to scoring the best deal, but how many of those tricks can be backed up by hard data? Below are four insights gleaned from surveys, ... Read more
8 of the Most Commonly Overlooked Tax Deductions and Credits
Financial Wellness
Come tax season, many people find themselves anxious and unprepared. While doing your taxes might not be a joyous task, there’s room for hope if you take advantage of some ... Read more
5 International Travel Tips
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget
Planning a spring break or summer vacation? Making travel plans to distant, exotic locations can eat up your time, drain your money, and damper your enjoyment of the trip. Below ... Read more
Eating Your Budget: 8 Hacks to Save Money on Meals
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget
Whether you find yourself strapped for cash from eating out of burger bags every night, or you simply feel like you could trim some fat from your budget when it ... Read more
Enjoy Valentine’s Day on a Budget
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget
Whether you see Valentine’s Day as a nice occasion to celebrate two people’s love, or an artificially invented holiday for paper-heart manufacturers, many people go out of their way to ... Read more
How To Make The Most Of Unwanted Gifts
Uncategorized
If you are like most people, you’re holding onto a lot of stuff that you have absolutely no use for. And between holidays, birthdays, and other miscellaneous special occasions, you’ll ... Read more
Get the Best Post-Holiday Deals
Zebit Market
Despite the commercial hype and increased consumer traffic associated with Black Friday sales, the best time to score deals usually comes in the weeks following Christmas. Below are some tips to ... Read more
How To Choose The Right Bank
Uncategorized
Joining a bank is like a new relationship. You just want to skip the apprehension at the beginning, and go straight to the part where both sides are happy. But, ... Read more
How to Save Money on Holiday Shopping
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget
The holiday season is here, which means you’re probably going to be very tempted to spend more money than usual. The constant commercials, sales, and new products won’t help either. ... Read more
Try these Fun Fall Activities on a Budget
Financial Wellness
Have you enjoyed cooler autumn weather? Here are some family fun ideas to save money this fall season. Go to the orchard This one’s obvious. Fall is the time for ... Read more
Open Enrollment: Think Twice Before Not Getting Health Insurance
Financial Wellness
As open enrollment approaches, many people question the importance of health insurance. Between the hefty price tag and the confusion of navigating the insurance market, many consider not enrolling. But ... Read more
Zebit’s 5 Favorite Personal Finance Apps
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget
Staying organized in life is very important. Staying financially organized, however, is vital. Keeping track of where, when, and how you spend your money is easier said than done, so ... Read more
Drink Right on a Budget: Smoothie Recipes
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget
Looking for healthy and affordable smoothies? Zebit has you covered with these tips and recipes. Tip 1: Buy fruit and veggies that are in season. They are cheaper and tastier than ... Read more
Saving Hacks For Going Away To College
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget
While college is a tremendously fun and rewarding experience, it is also easy to go overboard with spending. College is expensive enough, so whether you’re a parent or student, here ... Read more
Save on School Supply Shopping
Financial Wellness, Zebit Market
With the school year just around the corner, parents and students alike are trying to find the best deals on school supplies. Let’s take a look at the most important ... Read more
What you should and shouldn’t buy used
Financial Wellness, Zebit Market
Thanks to eBay and Craigslist, we no longer have to hunt around for local garage sales or rummage through grandma’s basement to find used stuff. Even though buying used has ... Read more
Can you afford it? 4 questions to ask before you buy.
Financial Wellness, Instant Budget, Uncategorized
Stuff. We all want it. From tech gadgets and furniture, to clothes and appliances, not to mention vacations, concerts, and sports games; a million brands are trying to get you to ... Read more
Beware of payday loans. Quick cash comes with high costs.
Financial Wellness, Uncategorized
Payday loans are predatory loans that provide borrowers with quick cash, and come with high borrowing costs. Like any financial product, payday loans can be helpful if you use them ... Read more
Should you merge finances after you get married?
Financial Wellness
What do you get when you combine relationship dynamics with finances? A topic that few people like talking about. But whether you want to or not, the discussion of whether ... Read more
Three ways military families can avoid debt traps
Financial Wellness, News
As seen on MyMilitarySavings.com Blog Tired of paying interest and fees on those credit cards and payday loans? We have a solution and it’s called Zebit! With one in four ... Read more
Zebit’s Commitment to Action at the Clinton Global Initiative
News
Photographer / Clinton Global Initiative Michael Thiemann, CEO and Co-Founder of Zebit, presented Zebit’s Commitment to Action at the Clinton Global Initiative on June 14, 2016. With a sponsoring ... Read more
Saving Tips for Home Improvement
Financial Wellness
Home improvement. Depending on how you look at it, it’s either a great way to spend a Saturday, or it’s a giant hole in your pocket. For years we’ve associated ... Read more
How to maximize summer savings
Financial Wellness
Summer is just around the corner, and that means your wallet’s about to get a little bit lighter. Between vacations, new clothes, and an overreliance on air conditioning (admit it, ... Read more
Everything you need to know about starting an emergency fund
Financial Wellness
If you read enough personal finance articles, you’re bound to come across somebody talking about an emergency fund. That’s because they are extremely important–everyone should have one. Emergency funds are ... Read more
Three Ways to Tame Student Debt Post-Grad
Financial Wellness, News
Originally posted on SavingAdvice.com College graduation season has arrived. There will be caps tossed, diplomas bestowed and “congratulations” exchanged. New grads will be abuzz with excitement, many talking about jobs ... Read more
Avoiding a benefits disconnect with employees
Employers
Posted Originally on BenefitsPro.com Employees want financial wellness–specifically, they want financial stability What is that side-effect? Financial stress. Before doing an eye roll and thinking that financial stress at work ... Read more
Understand how to pay off student loans before you start
Financial Wellness
You have repayment options for those pesky student loans Did you go to college, or do you plan to? Then sorry to say this, but if you are like 40 ... Read more
Hate retirement pitches? Saving is still for you: Here’s why
Financial Wellness
Like many of life’s great endeavors — such as getting in shape or starting your career — saving for retirement is better for those who start earlier. This is a ... Read more
The Dirty Little Secrets of your Employees’ Finances
Employers, Financial Wellness
Uncover how your employees respond to financial life events ... Read more
Webcast: Workplace Stress is Costing Organizations $300 Billion Annually
News
How to Address this Silent Crisis Head-On Presenter: Michael Thiemann, co-founder and chief executive officer, Zebit, Inc. View live: April 7, 2016 – 12 noon ET / 9 a.m. PT ... Read more
Navigating the new car marketplace
Financial Wellness
New cars are fun. Figuring out how to pay for them and what you can afford can be less so. While less complicated than buying a house, getting yourself a ... Read more
Get used to them: A primer on managing unexpected expenses
Financial Wellness
Few things can put a damper on your financial outlook quite like unexpected expenses. In no uncertain terms, they’re the worst. These payments can be anything from spending a few ... Read more
Finding a place to live? Consider (literally) all the options before jumping in
Financial Wellness
Finding a place to live can be incredibly stressful. For most people, there is no bigger purchase than buying a home. It’s a long, time-consuming process that will go a ... Read more
Golden Rules to a Functional Living Room on a Budget
Zebit Market
Getting a living room’s look just right, and getting that look to work for you, can be tough. Especially if your space is small. And ultra-especially if you’re on a ... Read more
Financial Stress Awareness Month with Barbara Corcoran
News
On March 15, Zebit teamed up ... Read more
Control Your Credit, Not The Other Way Around
Financial Wellness
Having good credit is extremely important. It can affect your ability to get a car, a house, or even a job. This is why it’s critical to start managing your ... Read more
Budgeting And Saving Can Give You Financial Freedom
Financial Wellness
Budgeting and saving sounds boring and difficult. And because there’s so much cool stuff just calling for you to buy, it can be. But it’s also a necessary part of ... Read more
Financing Your Education Doesn’t Have To Be So Scary
Financial Wellness
It’s no secret–education is expensive. According to The College Board the average cost of tuition and fees for the 2015-16 school year was $9,410. But that’s just for in-state students ... Read more
Zebit Instant Budget Radio
Instant Budget, News
Zebit teamed up with SoftStack Factory to create a revolutionary new way to create a budget – without having to do any work. You can listen to the radio interview ... Read more
The 99 Percent Shouldn’t Pay 4x More for Essential Products than the Top One Percent
News
This article originally appeared on Medium A flat tire, a kaput fridge, a dental filling: no one enjoys unexpected purchases. But for almost half of Americans, these unforeseen expenses are ... Read more