Who among us hasn’t daydreamed about saying goodbye to the nine-to-five grind and becoming a full-time traveler? The allure of an unencumbered life seems carefree, but there’s at least one bit of reality that shouldn’t […]
Brian LeBlanc was fed up. The 30-year-old policy analyst from Alberta, Canada, had struggled with his weight for years. At the time, he weighed 240 pounds and had trouble finding clothes that fit. He decided […]
Successful business owners create an annual budget and compare the budgeted amounts to actual results each month. This process is the best way to make smart business decisions and increase profits during the year. However, […]
While it feels great to bask under the warm rays of the sun during the summer, by now we all know that too much of a good thing isn’t any good at all. UV exposure […]
Saving for retirement is an important financial task. And while there are plenty of options available, many Americans are still confused about how best to prepare for retirement. In fact, only 34% of Americans said […]
Raise your hand if you want to get paid faster. Yes, all hands raise, I presume? A method of payment that you might be overlooking is the eCheck. Here’s everything you wanted to know about […]
According to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, one of the top reasons marriages fail is money. If you want to keep financial problems like debt from being a major issue in your own marriage, it’s vital […]
If you’re in a blended family with stepparents, stepchildren or step-anything-elses, you have unique estate planning needs. That’s something that Brenda (name was changed to protect this person’s privacy) knows all too well. Her stepmother […]
Talking about money may be complicated, but talking to a teenager about anything can be a minefield. Combine the two and you’ll almost certainly find yourself faced with eye rolls and resistance. But having open conversations about […]
Some car buyers are outsmarting auto dealers by taking them up on offers of cash rebates and other incentives that require them to take out a loan provided by the dealer, then refinancing their loans […]
Last week was a pretty busy one for IPOs. Pet supply retailer Chewy went public at the end of the week, and so did Fiverr—a startup marketplace for freelance projects. The cybersecurity company CrowdStrike crushed expectations […]
When it comes to your long-term health, slow and steady may lose the race. That’s because the speed at which you walk may be a better indicator of your long-term health than your weight or […]
Is there anything more enigmatic than the dreaming self? Part prophet, trickster, sage, and stage director, the Dreaming Self points us in directions we would otherwise not think and perhaps not even choose to look. […]
In January 2019, it was breathlessly reported by the motoring and technology press that the Tesla Model 3 was the best-selling luxury car in America in 2018. Taken at face value, this is a huge […]
Father’s Day is Sunday. If you don’t have plans to celebrate Dad yet, now is the time to start making them. Luckily, we’re here to help. From steak dinners to massages, here are all the […]
If you’re thinking about settling your debt, or in the process of doing so, you’re probably looking forward to having that financial weight taken off your shoulders. You might also hope that your credit score […]
Musician Frank Zappa once asked, “If lyrics make people do things, how come we don’t love each other?” He and other musicians spoke out against censorship during Congressional hearings in 1985 when the Parents Music […]
Father’s Day is an opportunity for families to show appreciation for the special men in their lives. While you’re thanking Dad for all his love and support, be sure to express some gratitude for the […]
Imagine that a customer is purchasing some goods or services from your small business. You tell them their total—whether it means ringing up their items or sending an invoice—and then ask how they’ll be paying. […]
A few years ago, Jacqueline Harounian, a partner at Wisselman, Harounian & Associates in Great Neck, New York, had an interesting case. The wife had recently discovered her husband’s massive gambling debts, but because they […]
Hunger can be especially costly at airports. Travelers often seen their carefully crafted vacation budget punctured by a case of the munchies. Even familiar favorites from your local food court can come with a steep […]
Do you really know how to price your product or service? What assumptions are you making about your costs? Are you pricing your product so low that you’re not making a consistent profit? As Entrepreneur.com explains: “Generally, the more you know, […]
Encouraging your kids to read during the summer can help prevent the dreaded “brain drain” that school officials warn can happen during the break. Beyond that, books can serve as great boredom busters, entertaining your […]
Using their own money, angel investors specialize in providing financial backing for small-business owners and entrepreneurs during the startup phase and beyond. These investors can sometimes mean the difference between an idea becoming an empire […]
Coming back from damaged credit can feel like an uphill battle — many lenders won’t even give you the time of day until you’ve proven yourself as a reliable borrower or until the negative marks […]
Camping plans? Electric carmaker Rivian has shown off a new prototype of its R1T pickup truck, complete with a camping kitchen which slides out from behind the passenger compartment. The R1S SUV and R1T pickup […]
If you’re considering the most affordable cities for retirement, a new ranking makes a strong case for Ohio. The folks at GoBankingRates.com ranked the 100 largest U.S. cities based on how much annual retirement income would be […]
Let’s be perfectly honest: If bankruptcy is among your considerations for fixing your financial situation, the associated costs of filing likely aren’t significant enough to keep you from doing so. Still, it’s good to understand […]
Last week brought some big movements to the table, from all-time highs in consumer stocks to worrying lows in the cannabis space. We also saw that FedEx is under investigation in China over a dispute with Huawei, that Apple might be returning […]
As if there weren’t already a million good reasons why Hawaii is an amazing summer vacation destination, here’s another one: It’s really unlikely your flight will be delayed. According to a new report from CompareCards.com, […]