Running a business requires dozens of decisions each week and requires owners attention to stay on top of day-to-day operations. With all of the work business owners have to attend to, it’s no surprise there […]
As a college student, you could be studying literature, engineering or international relations, but unless it’s a special focus for your major, personal finance might not be on your course list. Learning how to handle […]
There are few things more jarring than opening your wallet and realizing your credit card is no longer there. A close second could be logging into your account and noticing a slew of charges that […]
When Mandi broke up with her longtime partner three years ago, she had many, many stresses: How would she care for her baby daughter? How would she stay on top of bills? What kind of […]
For most Americans, the deadline to file tax returns with the IRS is April 15. But there is one big reason you may want to file your taxes as early: identity theft. Every tax season, […]
Of all the successful Bugatti racing cars, none won more often than the Type 35, which claimed more than 1,000 victories during a production run from 1925-29. One of those Type 35s, a 1925 Type […]
If you are one of 4+ million Americans who owns your own business, some important operational matters such as tax and accounting may go to the back burner. You either deal with them when you have free […]
Consumer optimism is high, thanks in part to recent tax cuts for businesses and individuals as part of tax reform – the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act – signed into law in December 2017 and […]
Wearable use is growing in the U.S., fed by devices like the Apple Watch which is attracting newer interest from the health benefits they tout. So says a new report from eMarketer which puts smartwatches […]
If reducing your expenses is a priority for 2019, you should take a hard look at your home and auto insurance policies. There’s a good chance you’re overpaying for insurance. Lowering your insurance premium is […]
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Even though the divorce rate in the U.S. is falling, it’s still common for marriages to end. The emotional cost of such a life-changing event is obviously significant, but the financial impact of a divorce can […]
Fitness centers are packed every January with new members, and all of a sudden everyone wants to get their finances in order and stick to a budget — just two of the popular New Year’s resolutions that […]
The term “credit repair” itself sounds nice and helpful, but has been hijacked by more than a few less-than-reputable companies. However, that doesn’t mean the idea of repairing your credit isn’t an important one — […]
Once you put all the work into cleaning up your credit history you want to see your efforts pay off fast. That makes sense. The reality is the speed at which your credit improvements are reflected in […]
Life insurance is a noble New Year’s resolution, but if you’re unfamiliar with the process, purchasing a policy may seem daunting. Fortunately, applying for coverage has gotten easier in recent years. Here’s how to get […]
Saving for retirement is important. The most common way to save up for retirement is an employer-provided 401(k) account, according to the AARP. But not everyone has the benefit of saving for retirement this way. […]
Your knife is the tool you use most in the kitchen and when you give a little to your knives, they give a lot back! A sharp knife isn’t just faster and easier to use, […]
The new year has begun, so it’s time to start planning for a healthy and productive 2019. But instead of setting lofty financial resolutions that you’ll abandon faster than your gym membership, here are a […]
Whether you feel buried by your student loan debt or merely have pressing questions, it’s always wise to ask for help. However, with friends sometimes giving questionable advice, and with debt relief companies offering high-priced […]
The Petersen Automotive Museum has opened its “Legends of Los Angeles: Southern California Race Cars and Their Builders” in the Charles Nearburg Family Gallery. The display features 12 race cars and two vast screens for a […]
As 2018 draws to a close, the global smartphone market is expected to post an annual fall for the first time. Not since the days before the first iPhone landed in 2007 has the mobile […]
Whether you are planning to leave a bad (or even dangerous) relationship, or have already mutually and amicably agreed to part ways with your spouse, the key to a healthy breakup in which both parties […]
Why would a mortgage payment ever change? Consumers are often given little explanation by their bank on why their payments are suddenly due to a different company. If this has ever happened to you, here’s […]
We’ve already discussed DUI and DWI and the effect they have on life insurance. But what about the broader question of getting life insurance with a history of alcoholism? You can get life insurance even if you […]
If you’re like me, you stock up on candy canes before the holidays. The kids love to hang them on the tree, use them for their gingerbread house décor and make them into reindeer with […]
Spend a little time on Instagram or Pinterest and you’re bound to come across some very aspirational accounts. No, not exotic locales or luxury goods – it’s all about pantries, refrigerators and closets that are […]
A new year, new goals, right? It’s human nature to want to start a new year with lofty goals for improving everything from your diet to your relationships and your finances. But when it comes […]
A 1956 Ferrari 290 MM driven by Juan Manuel Fangio, Phil Hill and Stirling Moss sold for $22.005 million Saturday at RM Sotheby’s collector car auction held at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles. RM Sotheby’s […]
When it comes to one’s finances, bad decisions can have a snowball-like effect. If you start off the year forgetting a payment here and there, being disorganized with your taxes or failing to contribute to […]