America’s best small towns for real estate investing
For our list of the best cities to invest in real estate in the U.S., we looked at the largest 600 cities in the U.S. and found the ones where home ownership costs are low […]
10 suburbs where home costs are low & home appreciation is high
Earlier this year, we found the best cities to invest in real estate in the U.S. by looking for cities where home ownership costs are low and home value appreciation is high, among other factors. But what […]
Can your July 4 barbecue get you sued?
It’s summer party season, which means these $1.50 burgers (yes, you read that right) paired with backyard beers, poolside cocktails and porch wine. But prior to inviting your friends over to cool off and […]
Should you have a credit card if you have a spending problem?
Credit cards are a great way to spend your money, if you have the cash to back it up. In fact, many of experts advise using credit cards for day-to-day purchases because of their rewards. […]
Hey parents! Here’s how much life insurance you really need
Buying life insurance can be stressful because no one wants to think about the worst-case scenario. But the life insurance policy you take out on yourself isn’t really for you — it’s for your kids, […]
So you got life insurance. Here’s how to understand your policy
Buying life insurance is an involved process, and chances are, once you’ve signed the dotted line, you know what you’re getting into. But if you have your policy in your hands and still have questions, […]
What happens if you lie on your life insurance application
Let’s get to the point. Lying on your life insurance application is fraud. But, the lie needs to be intentional to be considered fraud, known as “material misrepresentation.” Simply mis-remembering a date, guessing at your […]
Is renters insurance tax-deductible?
Renters insurance protects you from the financial risk of losing your personal property, being liable for someone’s injury, or needing alternative housing accommodations when you live in a home you rent. Like other forms of […]
Here’s how your job affects your life insurance rates
Life insurance rates are determined by a variety of factors that represent your risk to the insurer, including your age, health status, driving record, your hobbies or avocations (like climbing or diving), and your lifestyle […]
5 reasons why now is the perfect time to get life insurance
If there is someone who depends on your income for their well-being, you need life insurance. But you probably already knew that. What you might not know is that the best time to apply is […]
Here’s how much renters insurance costs in each state
If the thought of another $100-plus monthly expense is keeping you from buying renters insurance, you should know a renters insurance policy isn’t likely to cost nearly that much. The average cost of renters insurance […]
This $1 drink is the ultimate treatment for the common cold
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that each year, the average adult has two to three colds. There is no cure. The only recommended treatment is lots of rest and plenty of fluids. […]
6 affordable ways to boost your immune system
Cold and flu season is here, and the best offense is a good defense. You can protect yourself by heading out into the world from a place of optimum health. Here are tangible things you […]
One simple trick to cut your life insurance costs
For many people, the amount of life insurance protection they need throughout their lives varies. Many life insurance policies allow you to adjust your death benefit amount while your policy is active, but another way […]
A beginners guide to disability insurance & pregnancy
Why do pregnant women need disability insurance? Because complications aren’t as uncommon as you might think – one in four pregnancies have complications that can cause mothers to take additional time off from work. Besides […]
The $2 secret to make your salads zing all season
The best summer meals make the most of fresh veggies and seem to always include a salad, whether starring as the main course with fresh greens, ripe tomatoes and peppers, or as a light side […]