Unless you live in a single rate state like Massachusetts, where you calculate sales tax at one rate (6.25%) for every address in the state, the total sales tax rate for a given address could […]
There was no way I was going to get married without a honeymoon to follow. At the same time, I knew from sources like Wedding Wire that the average cost of a honeymoon trip is about $4,000. […]
With millions of Americans dealing with more than $1.5 trillion in outstanding student loan debt, it’s no surprise that many young workers are stressed about their debt and hope to pay it off ASAP. No matter […]
Filing your taxes is not fun — in fact, it can be pretty painful. This year may be more painful than others. Across the country, Americans are complaining about getting a smaller tax refund. The […]
Let’s get one thing straight: There are all sorts of reasons why you shouldn’t hire a student loan counselor, at least not right away. For one thing, you don’t need to pay someone for what you […]
For anyone sick of trying to find love through apps like Tinder and Bumble — especially with Valentine’s Day upon us — Samsung has come to the rescue with Refrigerdating. Yes, Refrigerdating. It might well be […]
If your spouse doesn’t have life insurance, do you simply respect their wishes and go about your life? On some level, that may sound like a fair response. But whether a person wants life insurance […]
Are you married? Or thinking about it? Wondering what the difference is between the tax filing statuses Married Filing Jointly vs. Married Filing Separately? I know I once did. You would see Single, Head of Household, […]
Introduced in the fall of 1955, the 356A was the first Porsche with specifications that were different enough from the original to warrant a new model designation. Yet while the new models were more desirable […]
As if debt wasn’t confusing and frustrating enough as it is, there are times it can be bought and sold almost like any other product. When that happens, what does it mean for you, your […]
As a business owner, time tracking may not be top-of-mind. After all, tracking your work and your employees’ work by the hour can feel tedious. But, here’s a rude awakening. Letting time slip through your […]
So you just bought the prettiest home on the block and you’re moving in and getting settled? Congrats! Now it’s time for the best part… the decorating! It’s the furniture and home decor that really brings […]
Are you a single mom who wants to pay off debt for GOOD? If you live with consumer debt, you are not alone. According to U.S. Federal Reserve data U.S. households have on average $15,863 in […]
Valentine’s Day is all about romance. Many couples spend the holiday showing their appreciation for each other, sharing candy, flowers and other (typically heart-shaped) gifts. But there’s often something couples don’t share: money. While keeping […]
It’s likely happened to you before. A number you’ve never seen pops up on your phone. You answer: It’s the IRS accusing you of tax fraud. Or a robotic salesperson selling you “Trumpcare.” Or a […]
According to car ads, it’s always the best time to buy a new ride. For auto dealers and manufacturers, sure, but when is the best time for you? Timing plays an important role, especially for […]
When starting a business, you might think you need a big-time investor to infuse your startup with a large amount of capital. You may even have your “Shark Tank” pitch ready to go. But for many […]
Want your family to eat more vegetables and not complain about it? Our friend Pam Farley of the Brown Thumb Mama is sharing her tricks on how she gets her family to eat more vegetables! Here are […]
Self-driving cars, meant to ease the commuting conundrums in cities, may create a new problem of their own: traffic jams while trying not to pay for parking. It’s one reason researchers are taking a hard […]
Large medical bills are a different kind of debt. This is partially because they don’t come from traditional lenders, and because you can be swapped with a very large amount of debt in a short […]
Mortgage loan officers hear daily from consumers that they don’t want their credit score pulled because they’re worried about their credit score dropping. Unfortunately, the internet is full of information providing an overabundance of information to consumers yet […]
While retirement is a life stage most Americans plan for, many aren’t financially prepared for this step. One common obstacle to a sound retirement plan is debt. Workers often ramp up retirement contributions leading up […]
Minority entrepreneurs have a major presence in the U.S. business landscape, as there are about 8 million minority-owned businesses throughout the country. However, not all of these business owners are succeeding. Several factors could be […]
With Valentine’s Day soon approaching, romance is in the air. While you can woo your special someone the old-fashioned way, these services can help you stage the perfect Valentine’s Day for your love, making your […]
Every tax season, individuals and businesses alike are knee-deep in receipts, W-2s, 1099s and state and federal tax forms. Sometimes making sense of your taxes seems like it’s own job. This article will provide an […]
There’s nothing more fun than learning to love a new vegetable. Sometimes all we need to incorporate a new veggie into our kitchen rotation is some helpful context. So, if you’re not already cooking with […]
Most people I meet don’t really care about acquiring great wealth. But everyone wants to make sure they never run out of money. If that resonates with you, I have good news. You really don’t have […]
Spaghetti pie might sound strange, but once you give it a try, you’ll add it to the dinner rotation, especially on nights when you feel like you have no time, no patience and no idea […]
Starting a business is quite an undertaking. You need an idea and gumption enough to bring it to life. Of course, it takes more than an idea and gumption. Time, energy, and funding all factor […]
A rare piece of Hemi magic, one of just five Challenger R/T Hemi convertibles produced in 1970 with 4-speed manual transmissions, will cross the block when Mecum Auctions stages its first Arizona auction March 14-16. […]