A guide to remote internships
Much of the world essentially transitioned to remote work in 2020, but students may be wondering if there’s a place for them in internships. The short answer is yes. Many employers turned their in-person internships […]
How to prepare for the end of federal student loan relief
For people waiting to know President Joe Biden’s plans for student debt, his first speech before a joint session of Congress was a letdown. While he talked about free community college for two years, increasing […]
How college financial aid works
It doesn’t matter whether you’re the student or the parents wading through college application and tuition figures: Going to college is a huge life decision, almost always synonymous with huge sticker shock. U.S. News & […]
Fun & creative side hustles you can do as a couple
It’s common advice that if you find a job doing what you love, it won’t feel like work. But what about if you love spending time with your partner? Maybe you should consider supporting each […]
49 surprising facts about American taxes & taxpayers
Tax Day 2021 will be unlike any other year — and not just because it’s on May 17, not April 15. What can already be a confusing process will be even more complicated for many individuals […]
These are the states with the highest property taxes
Many Americans have to pay property taxes. In fact, the U.S. Census Bureau estimates that the average household spends $2,471 on property taxes each year. If you live in one of the 27 states that […]
Here’s what you’ll pay in real estate commissions in your state
Real estate commissions are usually the most expensive part of selling your home. Real estate agents get paid for the services they provide through commissions on the sale of the home. The commission compensates them for all the work […]
The companies with the best benefits, 2021 edition
You hear many companies say that they value their employees and that they are offering great benefits. Of course they do; they want to attract the best employees out there to their company. However, not […]
25 ways you can start investing in real estate
Investing in property is a smart financial decision for several reasons. Real estate tends to appreciate in value over time, is viewed as safer than investing in the stock market, and offers great tax advantages. […]
Here’s what happens if you don’t file your taxes
Tax season rarely represents a fun time of year unless you know you’ve got a refund coming to you in the mail. And if you owe money? Consider tax day as your sworn enemy. If […]