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An Abuser Stole Your Stimulus Check ... Now What?

The steps you can take to get your 2020 economic impact payment—and how to avoid it happening again | In March, the U.S. Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue S... read more
How to Afford a Pandemic

In the midst of all the continuous bad news surrounding COVID-19, there is some hope—relief in the form of a stimulus package | The world is in upheaval, and you're no... read more
Money Means Freedom

FreeFrom’s new Compensation Compass shows survivors how to access funds set aside for survivors | While we can lament that money doesn’t buy happiness, we all know it ... read more
What Type of Money Script Was Passed Down to You?

You may be standing in your own way of becoming financially stable | Saundra Davis was once homeless. At 15. Then she was molested. Then she met an abusive partner who... read more
Tax Time: How Do I Avoid Filing with an Abuser?

For survivors, this annual requirement may be a nightmare | The IRS needs your tax forms by April 15, a daunting task for the average person. But for survivors of dome... read more
How to Stash Cash

Gearing up to leave an abuser? There are ways to set aside money in secret | Whether you plan to go to a shelter or stay with a friend, it’s possible to leave an abuse... read more
Survivor Tonya: Broke to Businesswoman

An abuser tried to bankrupt her, but now this strong, female entrepreneur is getting even | First date. First butterflies. First kiss. First punch to the stomach. ... read more
When Someone Else Controls the Money

Learn these terms and you can recognize financial abuse | A relationship with an abusive partner often devastates victims’ finances. Unfortunately, leaving such a rela... read more
After Abuse, a High-Priced Divorce Is the Next Trauma

Survivors who leave an abusive partner often find themselves nearly bankrupt by divorce | Emily* estimates it cost her between $30,000 and $40,000 to get divorced from... read more
From Survivors to CEOs

FreeFrom is helping survivors find financial stability by starting their own businesses | Beyoncé asked it, so we’ll just back up what she said. “Who run the world? G... read more
Write a Resume That Gets Noticed

For survivors heading into the job market, this piece of paper is your first chance to impress | Many survivors of domestic abuse will find themselves back in the job... read more
5 Ways to Get Money Matters In Order

As you prepare to leave your abuser, make sure you know where your money is | When you begin planning to leave your abusive partner, money will likely be a major co... read more
Ask Amanda: How Do I Make a Household Budget?

Now that she’s on her own, one survivor strives for financial independence | Q: I’m a 30-year-old woman and I don’t know how to budget my money. My abuser used to c... read more
Women-Run Auto Repair Shop Sparks Change

For every three jobs done for the general public, a survivor gets essential car repairs free of charge | As a woman, there are several places you likely hate visiti... read more
Life Unlocked

LifeLock responds to claims that abusers opened fake accounts to stalk their victims | At a recent women’s conference in Phoenix, Ariz., Erin Brockovich was one of the... read more