Many jobs come with a benefits package on top of paid wages or salary, things like, health insurance, dental insurance and 401(k) retirement accounts. Employer life insurance may also be included in a benefits package […]
If the state of your credit is a top concern while the coronavirus pandemic rages on, you aren’t alone. With millions at least temporarily unemployed, financial hardship and the credit implications that could follow are a […]
For employees lucky enough to work for a company that offers a student loan repayment program, the benefits of this perk are clear: Employees get “free money” from their employers to help pay down their student loans. […]
If you’re trying to decide if you need life insurance, a good place to start might be to ask yourself: Would anyone be put at risk financially if I weren’t around anymore? If the answer […]
Though the words “shareholder” and “stakeholder” are sometimes used interchangeably in conversations about investing, there are important distinctions between the two. Both shareholders and stakeholders may have a vital interest in how a company is […]
Despite the general chaos of 2020, more than half of Americans will make a money resolution for 2021, and another 16% are undecided, according to the latest MagnifyMoney survey. Among those planning a 2021 money […]
Like the rest of us, you work extremely hard for your money. Also, like the rest of us, you have some pretty important financial goals you want to achieve, whether that’s increasing your savings rate, […]
The 2020 holiday shopping season has put many people in the red. Per a recent survey from LendEDU, 63% of Americans said they were taking on a record amount of credit card debt this year — a […]
First comes love, then comes commitment, then comes financial partnership. Individuals who come into a relationship with solid money habits have an advantage, but to make love work, it’s essential to merge skills to make […]
If the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has you yearning for not just the world’s most beautiful places (and underground spaces), but the ports in between, well, we understand. Many modern airports aren’t merely transportation hubs; they’re also […]
Now more than ever, there are tons of ways to find cheap flights. Whether you’re looking for a short hop or an international flight, the right website can help you find the best deals out […]
If you’re in the market for a new car, chances are you’ve seen dealership advertisements for 0% APR car deals. You may be wondering what this means and if it’s too good to be true […]
Credit. Love it or hate it; it’s part of your financial life. Your credit score can affect whether you get approved for a home loan, a credit card, and in some cases, hired for a […]
Are you ready for a change of scenery this winter? If so, you don’t have to worry about traveling far to find beautiful places that are perfect for a winter getaway. Each state in the […]
You know the plot: A beautiful woman comes home for the holidays to Smalltown, U.S.A. She’s lost her Christmas spirit either because of some personal loss or because she’s been caught up in the bustling […]
Two-thirds of workers across three generations – millennials, Generation X and baby boomers – are confident they’ll be able to retire with a comfortable lifestyle, according to “What is ‘Retirement?’ Three Generations Prepare for Old Age,” a 2019 survey of […]
But then you’re online window shopping and the “add to cart” button is all too easy to push. Or your friends want to check out a new dining spot—and split the bill evenly. The next […]
As the holiday shopping season officially begins next week, it’s time to break out the holiday music and sip on one of Starbucks’ famed peppermint mochas while you make your list, check it twice and […]
Parents expect that their children will head off to college with concerns about fitting in, finding friends, and not failing classes. What they may not think about, is the stress students may have from worrying […]
Are you struggling to find the perfect, last-minute gift for the brown booze lover in your life? Whether it’s bourbon whiskey, Irish whiskey, Scotch whisky (or Canadian or Japanese) or, heck, even tequila, we’ve got […]
The holiday season is here. For some, this is a wonderful and exciting time of the year. But for those who can’t afford Christmas, it can be rather stressful and depressing. For the last few […]
Investing is sometimes equated with gambling: People can win or lose big, and the whole endeavor can seem like risky business. But not all investing is seen that way. In the investing world, there are […]
It’s easy to think you’ve got the best doggo in the world while you’re both cuddled up together under a blanket. When your pooch lets you put that dorky sweater on him without pouting, it’s […]
Taking vitamin C isn’t the only way to boost your immune system. Getting a good night’s sleep will also go a long way toward defending against illness. That’s especially important right now. Not only are we still […]
Some people still think credit cards should be avoided at all costs. I happen to think they’re very wrong. Credit cards, used correctly, are convenient, useful, and an almost inevitable part of adult life. They can […]
While many Americans have already started getting into the holiday spirit, Black Friday and Cyber Monday marked the beginning of the holiday shopping season. Last year alone, nearly 190 million Americans waited in line at their favorite […]
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When you put money in the bank, the bank pays you interest. In exchange you allow them to lend out your cash to other bank customers. But what if that interest rate was negative? Would […]
Investors and savers are always looking for new ways to maximize their growth potential. But there’s one form of trading that’s been in existence long before the stock market was thought up: commodity trading. Even […]
If you’re like most people who had vacation plans in 2020, you canceled your trip due to the pandemic and have been pining for some travel ever since. While traveling is still not advisable per […]