Can you really afford to live in Florida?
Average Cost of Living in Florida: $50,689 per year If you dream of days spent on sandy Florida beaches, your wallet is in luck. Florida residents enjoy the 32nd-lowest cost of living in the United […]
Just how much will living in D.C. set you back?
Ah, the nation’s capital. Known for its unparalleled cultural attractions — many of which are free — along with its professional-yet-swank mid-Atlantic attitude, D.C. is a popular place to live. In fact, according to 2022 […]
Free entertainment & more ways to live a fun, frugal lifestyle
Here are five tips on how to be more frugal and save money — without giving up all the fun (and caffeine) in your life. 1. Reform Fixed Expenses Regardless of what specific items might appear on […]
Nearly 1/3 of Americans plan to move this year. Here’s why
Dreamily browsing real estate marketplaces — or already packing boxes? You’re not alone: Almost a third of Americans are contemplating a move in 2023, according to the latest LendingTree survey of more than 2,000 consumers. […]
Does a no-closing-cost refinance makes sense for me?
A no-closing-cost refinance sounds divine, but it’s important to understand that you will either roll the closing costs into the new mortgage or exchange them for a slightly higher interest rate. Because you’ll either fatten […]
25 ways to find affordable housing
Finding a nice place to live when you don’t have a lot of money to drop on rent each month can be challenging, especially in certain cities. But that doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll be stuck […]
Residual income: What it is & how to earn it
No matter how much money you’re earning, chances are good you sometimes wish you had a bit more. Even if you’re not thinking of making a big purchase, it’s always nice to have extra cash […]
Can you really pay off a mortgage in just 5 years?
Paying off your mortgage ahead of time might sound like an incredibly savvy thing to do, and in some cases, it is. But it’s not the right money move for everyone. Pay off […]
Thinking about getting a reverse mortgage? Read this first
If you’re at or nearing retirement age and looking for a way to generate cash flow, a reverse mortgage can seem like a great idea, especially given all the star-studded ads for them floating around […]
Have family in the military? Don’t miss this student aid option
Military members, veterans, and their families have some special options when it comes to funding higher education, and given the cost of attending college, they’re well worth checking into. In this article, we’ll walk you […]