Your wedding day may be one of the most incredible — and expensive — days of your life. With the average wedding costing between $33,000 and $44,000 in 2018, according to recent research from The Knot and Brides.com, respectively, […]
Living with debt can be extremely embarrassing. If you’re living paycheck to paycheck, it can seem like you’re the only one with money issues. In addition, you can’t figure out how your friends can afford […]
With the rise of companies like Expedia, Skyscanner and Hotels.com, it seemed as though travel agents might go the way of the dinosaur. But as the amount of information online has multiplied, the opposite has taken place. […]
The global ecommerce market amounts to $3.5 trillion in sales so far in 2019, which is more than double what it was just five years ago ($1.3 trillion in 2014). That number is expected to […]
Social media trends are constantly changing. They impact the way people buy product and share information and they influence the way businesses sell and market themselves. Here are seven social media trends inspired by consumer […]
If someone lives in a state with a high divorce rate, an unstable job market, low wages or a slew of natural disasters, that can all cause personal bankruptcy rates to be higher, according to Michael Bovee […]
Once you’re out of college and living independently, you’ll be making your own choices, including how to handle your money. You’ll have big decisions to make, like how to budget your income, start saving for […]
We researched the top auto insurance companies and found that Liberty Mutual, Farmers Insurance and California Casualty featured the best car insurance for teachers. These insurers offered some of the most valuable discounts for teachers […]
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs guarantees loans up to 100% loan to value for purchase rate and term or Cash out refinance loan scenarios. The VA mortgage contains a funding fee which will vary […]
Not all couples are in love with each other’s money habits. In fact, one in five people in a relationship say their partner is financially irresponsible, according to Policygenius’ second annual Couples and Money survey. […]
If you’ve been following the news lately, you’ve likely heard rumblings about an impending recession. The signs of one coming are stacking up. In July 2019, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the first […]
As an entrepreneur, ensuring your business is profitable is key to both sustainability and growth. But in order to determine what profitability means for your company, you need clearly defined goals and a comprehensive analysis that provides […]
Typing your credit card number when making an online purchase can be a nerve-wracking experience. What if a hacker is “watching” and is able to obtain your personal financial information? Luckily, a product called a […]
As a self-employed freelancer or small business owner, knowing how to send an invoice correctly is crucial. How else are you going to get paid? You won’t. In fact, in 2016 there was nearly $825 million owed […]
If you’re a theme park fan, you know the holidays are something special. Most parks decorate for the season or hold special events, offering new shows and unique attractions for Halloween, Christmas, and more. While […]
Most health insurance plans offer free, preventive wellness visits, screenings, counseling and other services through in-network providers. The Affordable Care Act mandates that private individual and group health insurance plans provide certain preventive coverage. Most […]
If you’re a savvy Amazon shopper, chances are you turn to the site’s customer reviews help you decide what to buy — and what to skip. But what you might not realize is that your […]
I am not a big fan of sending your creditors and debt collectors a written offer letter to settle your debt for less. In fact, negotiating through the mail is often counterproductive to reaching your […]
Halloween is a good opportunity to dress up and engage in spooky debauchery. It’s also the holiday where hoards of children scamper onto your property in search of the one sacred childhood currency: candy. This […]
From adoption fees and preventative vaccines to well-formulated foods and training, just trying to give your pet the best chance to live a happy and healthy life can be expensive in itself. When you add […]
If you’ve ever been self-employed as a business owner, freelancer, or contractor, then you know how exciting it can be to take your future into your own hands. However, entrepreneurship isn’t for everyone. Maybe your business didn’t […]
If you’re in the market for a new car, a lease can make it easy to try something new without the commitment of a purchase. But what if a lease lasting for several years feels […]
The next major software update from Tesla has begun rolling out to vehicles registered with the company’s early access program, bringing YouTube and Netflix for the first time. As well as the popular video streaming platforms — […]
All the single ladies: This one’s for you. Cities that are great for the average bachelorette tend to have a few things in common: plentiful job prospects, a vibrant culture, access to a healthy lifestyle, […]
Paying bills may not be the most exciting tasks for you as a small business owner, but it’s definitely one of the most important.If you ever get into a situation where your bills pile up […]
Last summer my kids returned from a couple weeks in Los Angeles where they stayed with their aunt. Me: Why does Lucas have all new underwear? Helena: All his underwear had skid mark stains in […]
Most Americans have regular payments coming in every two weeks or so. They know exactly how much they’ll earn every month and can budget for their expenses and savings goals accordingly. But what if you’re […]
Endless paperwork, the bedside buzzer, and gowns that don’t close properly have long been used as fodder by stand-up comedians and TV sitcoms. But many, many things have changed. Let’s look past the obvious targets […]
A car can be an expensive purchase (and one that we make hoping for reliability if nothing else). But there are many options out there, and it can help to know which cars are the […]
Is it worth paying extra for fancy toilet paper delivered right to your door? Here’s what I thought of toilet paper subscription service No. 2: No. 2 isn’t just any old paper. It’s made from […]