LSS Financial Counseling in the News
LSS Financial Counseling offers free services to help you improve your credit
Tri-County News | March 9, 2023
Your credit score can affect your employment, ability to secure loans and gain favorable interest rates. LSS Financial Counseling offers FREE credit report improvement services to help individuals improve their credit. Check out the story in the Tri-County News to learn more about what you can do to boost your credit.
Rising credit card debt leaves experts concerned
KARE-TV | March 9, 2023
Inflation is rising faster than wages, which means that people are turning to credit cards. According to WalletHub, credit card debt is up significantly. Check out KARE-TV's report with LSS Financial Counseling's Shannon Doyle who offers recommendations for consumers who are facing rising personal debt.
March is national credit education month; LSS Financial Counseling offers free credit improvement services
KRJB Radio | March 7, 2023
An estimated 11% of Americans have poor credit, according to FICO, the largest and best-known company that provides credit scores. Listen to KBJR radio interview with Kim Miller, certified LSS financial counselor, to learn more about credit, how it can affect you, and steps to take to improve it.
TopLine Financial Credit Union Receives National Recognition for Adult Financial Education Efforts
StreetInsider | February 15, 2023
TopLine Financial Credit Union, an LSS Financial Choice Partner, received national recognition for taking home a 2022 Desjardins Financial Education Award. Their honorable mention was in partnership with LSS Financial Counseling.
MPR News with Angela Davis: Checking in on Your Relationship with Money
Minnesota Public Radio | January 30, 2023
MPR News guest host Chris Farrell, a senior economics contributor with MPR and American Public Media's Marketplace programs, discussed emotional spending, and how to build a healthy relationship between you and your money. Expert Shannon Doyle at LSS Financial Counseling offered her advice and guidance.
LSS Ready to Help with Money Woes
WJON Radio | January 10, 2023
If the holiday spending is giving you New Year’s headaches, LSS Financial Counseling reminds you that options are available.
How to Help the Holiday Debt Blues
KTOE Radio | January 9, 2023
If holiday spending is causing you financial stress, LSS Financial Counseling can assist you in getting back on track.
Award-winning Minnesota Credit Counselor Helps Clients Struggling with Debt
Star Tribune | December 30, 2022
Dan Park, financial counseling supervisor for LSS Financial Counseling, recently won the National Foundation for Credit Counseling's Credit Counselor of the Year award, honoring outstanding accomplishments and excellence in promoting consumer financial health. Read the Star Tribune story about how he supported Julie with free financial counseling that put her on a path toward financial health and homeownership.
Managing Holiday Spending
KTIS-FM | December 17, 2022
The average American household spends between $1,000 and $1,500 on the holidays — which includes gifts, food, outfits, events, and dining out. With higher inflation this year, it’s good to start thinking about holiday spending decisions to avoid stress caused from overspending. Check out the radio interview on ways to plan and prepare for holiday spending with Shannon Doyle, LSS financial education program manager.
Staying Safe Online
KTIS-FM | November 15, 2022
"We are all susceptible to scams and fraud," said Shannon Doyle, LSS Financial Counseling financial educator. What warning signs should you look for when someone is seeking to access your personal or financial information online? Listen to Shannon's interview to learn more about how to keep yourself safe from scams.
High Inflation and the Holidays: How to Navigate the Most Expensive Time of Year
KARE-11 TV | October 14, 2022
Tune in to a KARE-TV report on navigating holiday spending with helpful guidance from LSS Financial Counseling Educator Shannon Doyle.
MPR News with Angela Davis: Managing Your Money During Inflation, Rising Interest Rates and Uncertainty
Minnesota Public Radio | October 10, 2022
MPR News Host Angela Davis highlighted smart money management strategies during challenging financial times with personal finance experts Kim Miller at LSS Financial Counseling and Chris Farrell, a senior economics contributor with MPR and American Public Media's Marketplace programs.
Lutheran Social Service Offers Guidance to Student Loan Borrowers
New Ulm Journal | September 5, 2022
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government put a pause on federal student loan payments — also known as a forbearance — beginning with the passage of the federal CARES Act in March 2020. Forbearance has since been extended through December 31, 2022. With student loan payments resuming in 2023, LSS Financial Counseling can assist student loan borrowers with understanding their repayment options — at no cost to them.
Lutheran Social Service Offers Guidance to Student Loan Borrowers
Owatonna People's Press | September 2, 2022
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government put a pause on federal student loan payments — also known as a forbearance — beginning with the passage of the federal CARES Act in March 2020. Forbearance has since been extended through December 31, 2022. With student loan payments resuming in 2023, LSS Financial Counseling can assist student loan borrowers with understanding their repayment options — at no cost to them.
MPR News With Angela Davis: Tackling Medical Debt
Minnesota Public Radio | July 25, 2022
One hundred million Americans, or about 41 percent of U.S. adults, live with medical debt, according to a survey by Kaiser Family Foundation. Kim Miller with LSS Financial Counseling shared how medical debt affects individuals and resources that can help them tackle that debt.
LSS Offers Free Credit Report Reviews to Help You Improve Your Credit
KTIS-FM | May 7, 2022
A 2021 study by Consumer Reports shared that more than one-third of consumers found mistakes on their credit reports. Shannon Doyle, financial educator with LSS Financial Counseling, provides additional information about credit reports and credit scores.
April is National Financial Literacy Month
KTIS-FM | April 9, 2022
Shannon Doyle, financial educator with LSS Financial Counseling, shares what financial literacy is, why it's so important to our financial health, and what we can all do to improve our financial literacy.
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota: A One-Stop Shop for Financial Counseling
Sunrisebanks.com | March 15, 2022
Viva Yang, Senior Program and Communications Manager for LSS Financial Counseling, details Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota’s financial counseling, employment and Financial Choice services. Sunrise Bank is a Financial Choice partner.
LSS Financial Counseling Recommends People Review Their Free Credit Reports
Tri-County News | March 2, 2022
National Credit Education Month is a good time for individuals to get copies of their free credit reports, look for errors in those reports and dispute any errors they find.
March is National Credit Education Month: Check Your Credit Report
Merrill Foto News | March 1, 2022
National Credit Education Month is a good time for individuals to get copies of their free credit reports, look for errors in those reports and dispute any errors they find.
As Pandemic Wanes, Inflation Changes the Lives of Minnesotans
Star Tribune | February 19, 2022
LSS Financial Counselor Kim Miller shares how emotions can play a role in spending in this story about the adjustments households are making to address the challenges of rising prices.
St. Paul Launches Foreclosure Prevention Program
Star Tribune | February 18, 2022
St. Paul established a new program to support homeowners who face foreclosure because of financial challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. LSS Financial Counseling is one of the partner agencies providing foreclosure prevention services.
MPR News with Angela Davis: How to Spend Less When Everything Costs More
Minnesota Public Radio | January 24, 2022
LSS Financial Counselor Kim Miller appeared as a guest on the MPR News with Angela Davis Show to offer insight and creative saving strategies during these inflationary times.
How Last-Minute Shoppers Can Avoid Holiday Debt
KARE-11 TV | December 22, 2021
Shannon Doyle with LSS Financial Counseling offered suggestions for avoiding holiday debt, including having a "battle plan" and considering homemade gifts.
Millions Will Soon Have to Restart Student Loan Payments
KARE-11 TV | December 18, 2021
LSS Financial Counselor Dan Park discusses options for student loan borrowers once payments on federal student loans restart.
Daily Living with LSS: Applying Financial Lessons During the Pandemic
KBEM-FM | March 29, 2021
Daily Living with LSS: Student Loans
KBEM-FM | February 22, 2021
Finances Unscathed by the Pandemic? Seize the Moment and Tackle Debt
Daily Journal | January 21, 2021
Is Moving Now Your Best Financial Move?
St. Louis Post-Dispatch | September 9, 2020
Daily Living with LSS: Loaning Money to Loved Ones
KBEM-FM | September 14, 2020
Daily Living with LSS: Building Good Credit
KBEM-FM | August 17, 2020
Daily Living with LSS: Financial Scams During the Pandemic
KBEM-FM | July 20, 2020
Daily Living with LSS: Tax Advice
KBEM-FM | July 20, 2020
Daily Living with LSS: Buying a Home
KBEM-FM | June 8, 2020
LSS Expands Student Loan Counseling Service
Redwood Falls Gazette | April 15, 2020
Daily Living with LSS: Managing Student Loan Debt
KBEM-FM | April 13, 2020
Student loan help during the COVID-19 pandemic
KARE-11 TV | April 9, 2020
Daily Living with LSS: Managing Finances in Uncertain Times
KBEM-FM | March 30, 2020
LSS helped Minnesotans pay off $17.8M in debt last year
Faribault Daily News | March 3, 2020
Daily Living with LSS: Paying Off Credit Card Debt
KBEM-FM | March 2, 2020
Changes are coming to FICO score ratings
KBJR-TV 6 Duluth | February 7, 2020
Minneapolis planner Tonia Brinston found a path out of debt and now aims to lift a community
Star Tribune | March 31, 2019
Advice, support offered during government shutdown
Aitkin Independent Age | January 23, 2019
LSS Financial Counseling featured for Eviction Prevention and Top Women in Finance
NFCC Notables | December 18, 2018
Understand How Much You're Spending on Credit During Holidays
CBS | December 10, 2018
Evictions lead to lingering challenges
Post Bulletin | October 2, 2018
New Law Makes It Easier & Free To Freeze Your Credit
CBS | September 26, 2018
Eviction Prevention Project receives $50k grant
Post Bulletin | September 7, 2018
LSS Financial Counseling at Rondo Days
KFAI | August 18, 2018
Banking program aims to provide lower-cost alternative to payday lenders
Star Tribune | June 20, 2018
What Happens To Credit Accounts When Stores Like Herberger’s Close?
CBS | April 18, 2018
The 6 Best Books to Help You Get out of Debt, According to Experts
Time.com | April 4, 2018
National Consumer Protection Week Gets Brainerd Talking About Local Scams
Lakeland PBS | March 6, 2018
How I Ditched Debt: Setting Pride Aside and Asking for Help
NerdWallet.com | January 20, 2018
Bad credit? You still have tools to whittle down debt
NerdWallet.com | January 4, 2018
New LSS office in Rochester
Post Bulletin | November 08, 2017
Your 'money personality' is first step to financial health
USA Today | September 13, 2017
Expert Guidance Helps You Pay Off Credit Card Debt Through Individualized, Cost-Efficient Repayment Plans
BadCredit.org | September 05, 2017
LSS Financial Counseling: Helping Americans Overcome Debt through Actionable Solutions & Personalized Counseling for Multiple Debt Types
BadCredit.org Blog | July 27, 2017
How To Boost Your Credit Score With Your Credit Card
CBS | February 18, 2017
Credit, Mortgages and Your Ability to Buy a Home
U.S. News and World Report | November 4, 2015
Medical flex accounts: Use it or lose it
Duluth News Tribune | December 02, 2014
6 Ways to Help an Adult Child Without Going Broke
Next Avenue Blog, PBS | May 16, 2014
Take Control of Your Holiday Spending
West Central Tribune | November 24, 2013
We asked kids, tell us what makes you rich?
Sense and Centsibility Blog | July 31, 2013
Pre-foreclosure notices on the rise in the Twin Cities
Star Tribune | May 27, 2013
Hit a Home Run for Financial Literacy Month
Minnesota Department of Commerce | April 14, 2013
Forced insurance policies cripple Minnesota homeowners
Star Tribune | October 08, 2012
USDA Is a Tough Collector When Mortgages Go Bad
The Wall Street Journal | May 24, 2012