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No one is born knowing how to handle their money and personal finances. We learn these skills over time, through trial and error. There’s no doubt money mistakes can be great teachers, but they’re...
Most people will end up renting a place to live at some point in their lives. Whether it’s as a young person just starting out or after the kids have grown and it’s time to downsize the empty nest...
There’s a lot to like about shopping online. It’s quick and convenient. You don’t have to deal with driving to the store, pushing through crowds or settling for merchandise in less-than-perfect ...
With summer quickly coming to a close, it’s the perfect time to check in on your finances. The change of seasons is always a good time to take stock of where you are and what you’re doing financia...
We all love having an extra day off. And there’s always a lot of pressure to make the most of it since it’s the unofficial ‘end of summer.’ But Labor Day falls at a time of year when there’s...
Whether it’s to help make ends meet, save money for something special or pay down debt, it seems more people than ever are picking up a side hustle. In fact, nearly 4 in 10 Americans have one. And w...
One of the many reasons owning a home is considered the “American dream” is because a house builds up equity over time (to estimate a home’s equity, subtract the remaining mortgage balance form ...
When you’re just starting out, saving for retirement is the last thing on your mind. But those years fly by fast. If you don’t start saving for retirement early, you’ll have to play catch up lat...
Tutoring is a great way to help your child catch up in one specific subject, learn effective studying skills or keep up with homework and projects. The only problem is, it can be an expensive addition...
It happens all the time. You’re buying something at a store and as you’re getting ready to pay, the cashier asks if you’d like to open the store’s credit card to save 10 (or 15 or 20) percent ...