Credit 101: What is a charge-off?
There are many terms in the world of personal finance, some of which might apply to you but you might not have heard of. The more you understand about these terms, especially when you’re reviewing […]
8 money moves to make when you become a grandparent
If you found out your child is expecting a child of their own, congratulations! It’s exciting to become a grandparent. While you likely won’t have to pay for every expense your future grandchild has, there […]
The trick to solving tension in the workplace
Employee conflict is inevitable in the workplace. There’s always a touch of drama wherever humans congregate. But an overlooked source of workplace tension could be your seating strategy. Your layout can either foster team togetherness […]
An insider’s guide to establishing yourself in real estate
Kristen Merlino is a real estate agent in New York City who has’s been in the real estate business for more than five years. In that time she has learned a few things about the industry […]
30 etiquette rules too many people are breaking these days
Social etiquette is one of those things that people tend to roll their eyes at these days. Nobody wants to be prim and proper anymore but, unfortunately, as we’ve let go of the etiquette rules […]
9 easy ways to volunteer for community service
If you find yourself with a lot of extra time on the weekends and want to put it towards a good cause, consider putting in some community service. Becoming a volunteer can be one of […]
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 […]
How to manage your finances as an on-demand worker
On-demand work is a rapidly growing alternative to the nine-to-five job. Companies such as Uber, AirBNB, and GrubHub are effectively reshaping the economy. With on-demand work, workers can set their own schedule, work a variety […]
25 things that may be gone from the Earth by 2050
Our planet “clearly and unequivocally faces a climate emergency,” according to a new study by 11,258 scientists from 153 countries, which provides six broad policy goals that must be met to address it. The study, published […]
Hate your coworkers? Here are 6 things you should never do about it
Work can make anyone a little irritable. That’s why there’s such a big market for coffee mugs that say things like, “Don’t talk to me until I’ve had my coffee” or “I hate Mondays.” Hopefully, […]