What to do if your income isn’t covering your expenses
Do you find it difficult to make ends meet each month? Do you shake with worry when some unexpected major expense pops its ugly head? If so, you’re not alone. An unsettling report came out […]
The 10 best dating websites for single moms
If you’re new to online dating as a single mom, it can be totally overwhelming and confusing. Which sites are the best? Which are full of freaks and pervs? Where can you find nice guys? A […]
How to monetize your new ‘Tidying Up’ obsession
Everyone is getting rid of everything thanks to “Tidying up With Marie Kondo,” a new reality show from the famed organizing consultant. Kondo has convinced people to toss possessions that don’t “spark joy” to leave […]
6 easy ways to invest in your 20s
In your 20, you likely have started your career and are adulting like a champ (or at least attempting to do so). For the first time, you may have a bit of spare cash you […]
8 common concerns for first-time home buyers
The process of buying a home for the first time can be a complicated cluster of decisions that may leave you feeling overwhelmed. You have to evaluate where you stand with debt, income and savings, […]
How to dry your lemon peels for zero waste
Lemons have so much to give – much more than just their delightful juice! Our friend Pam Farley of Brown Thumb Mama shared some awesome tips about how she uses her lemon peels. Now, instead of throwing […]
How to find the right business coach to help grow your small business
Teaming up with a business coach can really help fuel growth in a small business, but you’re more likely to achieve success if you first determine what you want a coach to help with, and […]
Business credit scores: What you need to know
You know a good personal credit score is critical for getting the best rates on everything from credit cards to mortgages and car loans. But did you know your business credit rating is just as […]
Why you pay tax on mutual funds even if you make no withdrawals
The tax treatment of mutual funds is confusing. It’s very possible to make a ton of money on your funds and pay no tax. But it’s just as easy to watch your account values drop […]
5 steps to get off the IRS naughty list
Running afoul of the Internal Revenue Service is one of life’s least pleasant experiences. But there are steps one can take to help avoid being audited or fined by the IRS. Image Credit: alfexe. 1. […]
The states with the most (and least) divorces
Divorce rates across the United States have been in steady decline over the last few decades, and recent figures show that decline may be speeding up. A recent report from Philip N. Cohen at the […]
Can you get a mortgage if you have credit card debt?
Do you worry that your credit card debt will dash your hopes of buying your dream house? There’s no need to fret because you can get a mortgage if you have credit card debt. Many borrowers […]
7 best laptops for students (and anyone on a tight budget)
Is it time to replace your old laptop that’s barely hanging on by a thread? Or does your student need a laptop for schoolwork? You may think your computer will last a couple more years, but […]
4 ways to make delicious cooked radishes
There are some people that don’t need recipes for radishes and just snack on them raw like apples. For many of us, however, they can be hard to love, a little too tough, funky, and […]
Updating your car insurance when you move
When you move, there’s a long checklist of things to work though. That includes a long list of places to update your address — including your car insurance company. When you’re moving to a new […]
10 cities where women outearn their partners
Despite the growing prevalence of women in the workforce, the median earnings of women over the age of 25 was $32,679 in 2017, with men’s median earnings for that same age group at $46,152, per U.S. Census Bureau […]
Save on the Super Bowl with this $3 wing recipe
The Super Bowl is fast approaching and it’s nice to have a few go-to recipes for the big day. I love these wings because they are fast, easy and don’t require a deep fryer. The […]
Streaming is getting pricier. Here’s how to offset the cost
Recently, Netflix announced it was raising prices by up to 18%, the streaming service’s biggest increase ever. The price of all three Netflix plans is increasing by $1 to $2 a month. The popular standard […]
5 tips for organic business growth
It’s no secret that startups have a prodigious failure rate. In fact, according to a recent Entrepreneur.com study, the four-year survival rate for a startup is just 49%. With demoralizing stats like this in mind, entrepreneurs […]
How to save money at Whole Foods
Three years ago, we found out that my daughter is hypoglycemic and has Celiac’s disease. This meant that we were going to have to completely revamp the way we thought about food. We had to […]
How I saved $250K in my twenties
If you’ve spent any length of time in the Personal Finance community, you’ve heard the standard advice a million times. Create a budget, spend less than you earn, make steady investments… yada, yada, yada. While those […]
Family reunites father with beloved Porsche 914 as Christmas gift
The family of an Illinois man has reunited him with his beloved 1976 Porsche 914 that he sold more than two decades ago. Richard Lotesta originally bought the car in 1978. He enjoyed it so […]
How to fix your credit on your own
Credit is often the last thing we think of when we start planning for a large purchase – like a home or a car. The problem is, it takes time to build or improve credit. […]
How to use a credit-builder loan to rebuild your credit
If you have a bunch of bad credit in your past, and you are looking to get a fresh start, you should take a serious look at credit builder loans. They can be the perfect way […]
Owe Uncle Sam? How to save enough by April 15
If you owe the federal government additional taxes after filing your returns this year, you have until April 15 to pay without penalty. But if you owe a significant amount, you may be wondering how […]
How long does it take to get car insurance?
No matter where you live in the U.S., your state probably has some form of minimum requirements for auto insurance coverage, which means millions of Americans need car insurance. Even if your state doesn’t specifically […]
Review: 2019 Volkswagen Jetta S is fine, and that’s fine
When I first jumped behind the wheel of the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta S, I wasn’t expecting much. The sedan is designed to catch the eye of commuters who want a nice-looking, gas-sipping and not-too-costly yet […]
5 reasons to scale your business (and 5 reasons not to)
If you’ve started a small business, you’re likely enjoying success while simultaneously worrying about the future. For many entrepreneurs, part of that future is growing, whether that means adding new locations or carrying a wider range […]
Pros & cons of providing income updates to card issuers
If you’ve received an email or letter in the mail from your card issuer requesting an income update, you may wonder if it’s worthwhile to share that information. It’s OK to be hesitant to update […]
Airbnb wants to prototype the home of the future
Airbnb is getting into the design business, focused on building prototypes for what the home of the future could look like, starting in the fall of 2019. As well as how the home looks and […]