Amy Miller

Dallas

Program Director at KKXT-FM (Dallas, TX)

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Telemedicine Alone Won't Solve the Abortion Access Crisis

1 month ago | time.com | Amy Miller

New data from the Guttmacher Institute shows that more people are turning to virtual abortion care—and while that tidbit might sound like a silver lining in our post-Roe world, it can be dangerously misleading if we’re not careful. Telehealth is, without a doubt, an essential tool. My organization was one of the first abortion providers in the country to offer telemedicine back in 2009.
Saving Strategies for Every Stage of Life

1 month ago | americasaves.org | Amy Miller |Quaneka Willis |Eunice Diaz

Whether you’re in your 20s or well into your retirement years, you can save for your past, present, and future. Below, we’re exploring strategies to help you make the most of your savings at every stage of life. In Your 20s: Laying the Foundation Opportunities: Time is on Your Side: With decades ahead, you have the advantage of time to let your savings grow. Compound Interest: Even small contributions now can grow significantly over time due to compound interest.
Transform Your Finances by Paying Down Debt

1 month ago | americasaves.org | Amy Miller |Quaneka Willis |Eunice Diaz

By reducing your debt, you free up resources to save for other goals, improve your credit score, and enjoy greater financial peace of mind. On this day of America Saves Week, we’ll explore the benefits of paying off debt and provide strategies to help you make debt repayment a priority in your spending and savings plan. Benefits of Paying Off Debt More Disposable IncomeEvery dollar you pay toward debt reduces the amount of interest you owe, which in turn lowers your overall monthly expenses.
Best Peer-to-Peer Personal Loans in September 2024

Sep 3, 2024 | time.com | STEPHANIE COLESTOCK |Eric Rosenberg |Amy Miller |Catherine Hiles

If you need a loan and want an alternative to traditional banks, the peer-to-peer marketplace might be for you—especially if you have credit that’s either excellent, or poor. Peer-to-peer (P2P) lending, first introduced in the early 2000s, is a type of loan where individual investors lend money to borrowers through a dedicated platform, outside of a traditional financial institution.
Best Joint Personal Loans in September 2024

Sep 3, 2024 | time.com | STEPHANIE COLESTOCK |Eric Rosenberg |Amy Miller |Catherine Hiles

A joint personal loan is an installment debt taken out with another qualified borrower. These loans can be used for various purposes, whether you need to cover an unexpected emergency expense, want to make a large purchase, are planning a home renovation project, or choose to consolidate credit card debt. Joint personal loans come with many of the same terms and requirements as individual personal loans. Here’s a look at what these loans entail and which lenders offer the best terms.
Best Military Credit Unions in July 2024

Jul 23, 2024 | time.com | Amy Miller |Colin Graves |Julia Kagan

Military members, veterans, and their families often have unique banking needs. Frequent moves and spouses' employment changes are just two of the challenges. As such, military families need a financial institution that understands and offers products and services to meet their unique needs. Some institutions specialize in filling these needs for members of the armed services. We’re reviewing the top credit unions you should consider if you’re affiliated with the military.
Best Investment for Kids

Jul 5, 2024 | time.com | Amy Miller |Wendy Connett |Julia Kagan

Investing for your children, especially when they are young, can pay off in the long run and help set your child up for financial success later in life. However, making the right investment choices can be daunting. Selecting the appropriate investment accounts will depend on you and your child's goals and timeline. Knowing your options can help you make the best decisions. Here are four investing account options to consider when getting started.
What Is An Origination Fee On A Loan?

Jun 28, 2024 | time.com | Amy Miller |Katelyn Peters |Julia Kagan

If you’ve ever taken out a personal loan or mortgage, you may be familiar with an origination fee. It’s a fee that most lenders charge on various loans to cover the expenses associated with processing and granting loans to their clients. These fees can vary by lender and loan type, so understanding how they are charged—and their impact on the overall cost of the loan and the monthly payment— is imperative to making an informed decision before committing to a loan or mortgage.
Talking About Finances As a Family

Jan 11, 2024 | americasaves.org | Amy Miller |Quaneka Willis

When did you first start learning about money and how to manage it? How did you learn about it? The truth is….. most of us learned through watching our parents, family members, and friends handle it, along with some of our own trial and error mixed in. How we grew up and saw money being managed shapes our outlook and beliefs about it. Money is a sensitive subject and talking about it, even with those closest to you, can almost seem taboo at times.