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 […]