Giving up on online dating saved my sanity & my wallet
It was the constant back-and-forth via email that began to really drive me crazy. It didn’t matter what online dating site I was on. I felt like I kept ending up in a rabbit hole […]
What actually happens when you file bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy isn’t something most of us want to consider, even when we’ve dug ourselves into a significant financial hole. But in some circumstances, bankruptcy can provide the financial protection and relief we need. Perhaps the […]
7 reasons self-employed workers are the rock stars of the business world
When you think of the term “self-employed,” what springs to mind? Do you think of an entrepreneur building a start-up? A freelance photographer? Someone with a brilliant idea that has yet to take flight? To […]
10 ways to make your organization age inclusive
Now is the time to embark on the path to create change in your own organization and eliminate age discrimination. This shouldn’t be daunting or difficult; it requires honest reflection, the commitment to make a […]
These could be the most significant changes to Social Security in 50 years
The future of Social Security has been of major concern to many political leaders, especially given the deteriorating retirement outlook for most Americans. Congressional Democrats have been pushing for years for a major Social Security reform proposal. […]
30 metro areas where it’s cheaper to rent than buy
Finding a place to live can be challenging — and so can choosing between renting or buying a home. Each option has its advantages and disadvantages. Renting can be the best option if a person […]
Lucky Charms… cake?
The best part of St. Patrick’s Day may be the obvious excuse to drink all day but after that? Getting to eat treats dyed green and shaped like shamrocks… to help soak up the alcohol, of course. If you’re […]
How to growth hack your business in 2019
There’s one word that belongs at the top of the priority list for most business owners: growth. In our survey of self-employed workers, we asked respondents to cite their goals for their businesses. Growth came in […]
Many Americans are underinsured, survey suggests
A majority of Americans are operating without a financial safety net. Per a Policygenius survey, only 32% of Americans have life insurance — and even fewer people (12.5%) have disability insurance. Both coverages are instrumental […]
5 valuable collectibles you may have lying around the house
Remember Beanie Babies? Those soft, squishy animals were all the rage during the 1990s. And while most of them are worth just a few dollars these days, some have sold for as high as $3,000. Are there other […]