6 things to do when you have a second baby
When it comes to having a baby, some things are just easier the second time around. You have a better idea of what to expect. You’ve figured out some parenting tricks and you probably already […]
Skin cancer rates in all 50 states
Millions of Americans are treated for different types of skin cancers every year. According to recent data from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s Health of America report, skin cancer affects 4.3 percent of BCBS members […]
Here’s how paying off students loans affects your credit scores
We’ve covered how student loans can affect your credit score on Student Loan Hero before. But recently, I was left with a question: What is the impact on my credit score from paying off student loans early? I […]
How the smartest companies use Slack today
When Slack first arrived on the scene in 2013, it was meant to be an amped-up social messaging app that would improve workplace communication and cut down on email. It’s still serving that purpose, but […]
Everything you need to know about socially responsible investing
This is a no-brainer: It’s good to be good. If you’re lucky enough to have cash to invest in the stock market, wouldn’t you want to do good with your money? You can accomplish that by […]
Why being self-employed makes my family more financially stable
My husband and I sat in the mortgage broker’s office, running the numbers as we prepared to buy our first house. My husband is a cop and I’m a freelance writer, so most people assume […]
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is what an SUV should be
Since World War II, the Jeep name has been synonymous with handling difficult terrain. Its vehicles are known for climbing rocks and making tough trails passable. They have a cult-like following, with events seemingly every […]
7 of the most important medical tests you need to get after 50
You may have noticed that your routine physicals include a lot more discussion of tests than they did a decade or two ago. Because age is a risk factor for many diseases, including type 2 […]
This is the No. 1 mistake people make when getting a mortgage
To apply for a mortgage, get approved and close escrow you must have some sense of urgency. Whether you are buying a home or refinancing a home, your mortgage application needs to get moved up […]
9 keys to unlocking abundance in your life
A key is an energetic area of life that must be unlocked to experience abundance. Let’s address what you might be thinking: there’s nothing mystical or nonsensically “new age” about any of these keys. Most personal development […]