The danger of risk-free trials
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 […]
The best & worst states to raise a family
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 […]
Is the 50/30/20 budget the best plan for your money?
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 […]
Budgeting for a retirement home for your parents
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 […]
How to find out if you have an unclaimed tax return
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 […]
The least affordable places to live in America
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, […]
50 free things you can get this spring
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 […]
The best (& worst) states for women to work
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, […]
This is the best way to ask for a raise
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 […]
Should you go digital with all your money?
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 […]