Chicago housing market: Trends & prices
The good old Windy City is known for its beautiful architecture, access to world class art and entertainment options and for having some really good pizza. While deep dish may not be reason enough alone […]
States where expired unemployment benefits will hurt most
The expiration of the $600 boost to unemployment benefits would leave millions of Americans without a vital source of income amid a global pandemic. As of this writing, nearly 32 million Americans are claiming unemployment […]
10 steps to become a millionaire
There are a lot of millionaires in the U.S. You could become a millionaire too because joining the millionaire club is just a math equation involving time, the amount of money you save and the rate of […]
Understanding the different types of retirement plans
Retirement will likely be the biggest expense of your lifetime, which means saving for retirement is a big job. This is especially true if you envision a retirement that is rich with experiences such as […]
Should you buy or rent a home? Take the quiz
For many people, buying a home is the biggest financial commitment they’ll ever make in their lifetime, so it makes sense to carefully consider some of the pros and cons of each choice. To help, […]
How long will my retirement savings last?
One of the top questions I hear and read about is some version of, “How long will my money last?” In most cases, people are concerned about running out of money in retirement. With so […]
The average American fails this financial quiz
The stock market is often used as an indicator of the economy’s success. With so much weight attached to it, we must all have a full understanding of how investing works — right? Unfortunately, MagnifyMoney […]
The 15 most popular electric ice cream makers on Amazon
It doesn’t get much sweeter than enjoying an ice cream on a hot summer day. In fact, the average American consumes more than 23 pounds of ice cream per year according to the International Dairy Foods […]
Is buying a car from Enterprise a good idea?
Enterprise is one of several rental car companies that sells its used fleet vehicles. You can search Enterprise’s inventory online and arrange financing through Enterprise or bring your own loan from an outside lender. Every […]
The ultimate moving checklist
So, you’ve decided to move. Be it for a new job, a fresh start, for a new adventure across town, the nation, or the globe, moving is a great way to kick off change in […]