Alexa can already help people maintain their home, from dropping in with people around the house, to automating smart home routines. For example, one for the night time, by turning off lights, locking doors and lowering thermostats just […]
Refinancing a mortgage involves replacing your current home loan with a new one. Homeowners might refinance to get a lower interest rate, shorter loan term or change loan types. Knowing how to refinance a mortgage, […]
A financial coach works with clients to help them manage their money. These clients typically have challenges that have kept them from effectively managing their finances in the past, so the coach will usually work […]
This looks to be the year of the road trip. A recent FinanceBuzz survey revealed that COVID-19 has forced travelers to rethink their summer travel plans. And according to the survey, those who still intend to […]
American schoolchildren transitioned to remote learning in spring 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic, and it looks like some school districts will be resuming online instruction for the fall semester, at least in part. For […]
There might come a time when the roles are reversed and you will have to help care for your parents. It could mean financial support if they didn’t save enough for retirement. Or caregiving if […]
When the COVID-19 pandemic began, most of the economy was brought to a near-immediate standstill or a significant slowdown. With everyone on Wall Street and Main Street asking when and how it will end, there […]
Racial barriers to homeownership in the U.S. are an undeniable reality for many, with Black Americans often facing the most obstacles when it comes to the homebuying process. A new study from LendingTree, one of […]
My wife, Cathy, and I have been on a mission in the last couple of years to cut expenses from our monthly budget. Monthly costs can add up quickly if you’re not careful. Life happens […]
For some borrowers, repaying debt can be difficult. Whether you’re struggling to juggle multiple bills, can’t make payments or don’t know how to negotiate with creditors, a debt management program can offer much needed support […]