5 signs you’re ready to retire
Moving from an active member of the workforce to retiree is a major life change that not only involves decades of financial preparation but also emotional and logistical considerations. How do you know when you’re […]
6 things your travel agent doesn’t want you to know
Travel agents have the challenging task of making your globetrotting dreams come true. It’s a job that involves regularly traveling the world to experience destinations, hotels and restaurants. When travel agents aren’t on the road, they spend […]
7 secrets from a travel agent for picking your next vacation
With the rise of companies like Expedia, Skyscanner and Hotels.com, it seemed as though travel agents might go the way of the dinosaur. But as the amount of information online has multiplied, the opposite has taken place. […]
How to avoid drowning in subscription fees
You’re likely signed up for more than one subscription service, between Netflix and Hulu to Amazon Prime and Spotify. While each service on its own may not cost much, the collective charges for these modern […]
7 ways to avoid getting ripped off when renting a car
Renting a car has practically become a dreaded part of the travel process for even for the most experienced travelers. The rental company often finds ways to add unexpected charges to the final bill. Rarely […]
Is there a financial benefit to getting married?
Marriage comes with many benefits, both emotional and financial. But it’s unlikely that the tax benefits (and drawbacks) of your new union are top of mind while wedding planning. The reality is that there are […]
Did you really just land a deal buying duty free?
Duty-free shops are designed to be enticing, with shelves of designer handbags, sunglasses and perfume bottles all marked down. After all, who wouldn’t want to snatch up high-end items at bargain prices? But are those […]
What full-time travelers need to know about paying income taxes
Who among us hasn’t daydreamed about saying goodbye to the nine-to-five grind and becoming a full-time traveler? The allure of an unencumbered life seems carefree, but there’s at least one bit of reality that shouldn’t […]
Confused about retirement accounts? Read this
Saving for retirement is an important financial task. And while there are plenty of options available, many Americans are still confused about how best to prepare for retirement. In fact, only 34% of Americans said […]
The 8 hidden costs of owning your home
Making the transition from renter to homeowner is a dream come true for many people — browsing Zillow is a practically modern American pastime. But when planning to make the dream of buying a house […]