It’s a situation familiar to most parents: Your child spies a candy bar in the grocery store and decides they must have it. You say no, and they begin wailing. Other people start watching. You’re […]
When Dan LaSalle began teaching, he noticed his high school students struggled with money. “A lot of personal finance ideas have immediate appeal for people who like to think about the future,” he said. “And […]
Father’s Day is Sunday. If you don’t have plans to celebrate Dad yet, now is the time to start making them. Luckily, we’re here to help. From steak dinners to massages, here are all the […]
Living on a budget can be difficult. While it’s a great way to monitor your financial health, going over your allocated spending month after month can cause frustration. Instead of giving up, it’s best to […]
Burgers are lauded as an American classic, a perfect meal for a summer BBQ or trip to your local diner. May is National Hamburger Month — and it’s a time for everyone to celebrate, including […]
Mother’s Day is right around the corner on May 12. If you don’t have any plans to spoil your mom yet, now may be the time to start planning. We’ve compiled all the discounts and […]
Teachers have a tough job and even tougher salary to budget on. Luckily, there are a host of freebies and discounts available to educators and their students. May 7 is National Teacher’s Day, which makes […]
This year’s college graduates are entering one of the best job markets in years, according to a recent survey. Employers say they plan to hire 10.7% more graduates from the class of 2019 than they […]
Preparing for a child can be a financially daunting task. It costs an estimated $233,610 to raise a child to age 17, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. And that’s not including college. Before […]
Are you a savings saint or a spending sinner? Emotion plays a huge role in how we deal with money, and we tend to fall into the same bad money habits. It’s hard to shake […]
You’ve probably seen it before: A photo of a celebrity online, touting an intriguing new product — a ‘miracle tea’ that helps you shed weight quickly, or a face cream that takes years off your […]
You want the best for your child. When deciding on a place to live, you’ll probably be looking at things like affordability, safety and education — especially if you have little ones in tow. If […]
Not everyone likes to budget. In fact, only two in five Americans say they keep a budget, according to a 2018 study done by the National Federation for Credit Counseling. “No one likes working on […]
People are living longer than ever, thanks to modern medicine and advances in technology. By 2050, one-fifth of the U.S. population will be 65 and older, up from 12% in 2000, according to U.S. Census […]
If you haven’t filed your 2015 tax returns, you may be leaving money on the table. The IRS estimates there is $1.4 billion in unclaimed income tax refunds from 1.2 million taxpayers who didn’t file […]
Housing is typically one of our biggest expenses, but it’s a good idea to not let it eat up too much of your income. The median housing cost per month in the U.S. is $1,036, […]
Spring is just about here and with it comes warmer weather and another season’s worth of freebies! The first official day of spring is March 20 — but there are plenty of bonuses to enjoy […]
Women make up more than half of the U.S. population, but by various measures, they still don’t have their fair share. More than 1 in 7 women (nearly 25.2 million) lived in poverty in 2017, […]
There may be times in your career where you think you deserve a raise. But it’s not always obvious when (or how) you should ask for one. And the thought of rejection can keep you […]
Humans have continuously been finding new ways to pay for things. This began in prehistoric times, with bartering and trading. Eventually, humans turned precious metals like gold and silver into coins for currency. Then came […]
The cost of electricity is going up. The Energy Information Administration projects the average cost of electricity will be 13.45 cents per kilowatt hour in 2020, up from 12.91 cents in 2018. This means higher […]
Whether you are looking for a hot scone or a plate full of eggs and bacon, a breakfast place is the perfect spot for a hearty meal or an afternoon pick-me-up — and February is […]
Finding the time to cook healthy meals can be tough — often, you find yourself at work hungry without many nutritional options around you. It can be tempting to grab a burger on your way […]
When you think of American companies, Amazon, Apple or Google likely come to mind. But the vast majority of the companies in America are small businesses. The U.S. Small Business Administration defines a small business […]
Filing your taxes is not fun — in fact, it can be pretty painful. This year may be more painful than others. Across the country, Americans are complaining about getting a smaller tax refund. The […]
Valentine’s Day is all about romance. Many couples spend the holiday showing their appreciation for each other, sharing candy, flowers and other (typically heart-shaped) gifts. But there’s often something couples don’t share: money. While keeping […]
It’s likely happened to you before. A number you’ve never seen pops up on your phone. You answer: It’s the IRS accusing you of tax fraud. Or a robotic salesperson selling you “Trumpcare.” Or a […]
Last week, Buzzfeed announced it was laying off around 200 employees. This week, the digital media company came under fire for refusing to pay these workers their earned, but unused, paid time off (PTO). The […]
Cars are getting more high-tech. You can now buy a car that has Wi-Fi, night vision and can park by itself. But there’s a growing fear criminals can tap into your car — stealing your […]
Getting a credit card is an important financial step. It can help you build credit, which can affect insurance premiums and loan approvals. It can also create debt if you aren’t careful. Applying for a […]