Why you shouldn’t take out an 84-month auto loan
The truth about long-term auto loans When poor credit and high monthly payments are keeping you from buying the car you need, it may be tempting to lower your payments by signing up for a […]
An arresting display: The 7th Montecito Motor Classic
The event was a celebration of two different automotive milestones: The 70th anniversary of the creation of an automobile called Porsche, and the 90th anniversary of the introduction of a Ford called the Model A. […]
5 common home buying mistakes you can avoid
When you talk to a lender about pre-approval, you’re going to go through a full range of emotions, including anxiety over whether you should buy a home or stay put. Here are five mistakes to […]
Does 2-factor authentication really keep you safer?
There’s an old saying: “Locks are for honest people.” The idea is that a competent crook can break in no matter what you do, but that doesn’t mean you don’t try to make your home […]
How the Sears bankruptcy could affect your money
Sears Holdings Corp., the parent company of the retail chain Sears, filed for bankruptcy in mid-October. The company, once a staple in malls, has struggled for years and closed about 1,000 stores in the past […]
This easy-to-make, $4 side dish is perfect for Thanksgiving
Every year, I host Thanksgiving for my family. It’s my favorite holiday to host. It’s a holiday where we take the day to give thanks and appreciate what we have. And, with no presents attached, […]
26 of the best home businesses to start
If you find you’re suddenly unemployed or at home with your children all day or even just looking for some side income, starting your own home-based business can seem like the perfect choice. But it […]
6 high-tech holiday gifts for your favorite fitness fanatics
Anyone who works out regularly can tell you that health and fitness are more closely integrated with technology than ever before. With the holidays right around the corner, we’ve compiled a list of our six […]
The best virtual reality headsets under $100
If the Oculus Rift, HTC Vive and Sony PlayStation VR headsets give you sticker shock, there are cheaper devices that still deliver a solid virtual reality experience. Check out the five best VR headsets under […]
6 reasons to buy a home around the holidays
You’ve decided that it’s finally time to purchase a new home. But it’s December, and you live somewhere cold. The thought of trudging through snow to look at houses doesn’t seem appealing. You determine that […]