Marilyn Monroe scored another posthumous hit over the weekend with the sale of her raven black 1956 Ford Thunderbird. The car sold for a resounding $490,000 at Julien’s Auctions’ Idols & Icons: Hollywood sale in […]
Every year, our group of friends does a white elephant gift exchange. We bring gifts that cost less than $25, then alternate between opening them and “stealing” them from others. It’s a fun way to conduct […]
Holiday meals can wreck your budget, especially if you’re hosting a big clan. Thankfully, these tricks can make them more affordable. Image Credit: DepositPhotos.com. 1. Avoid food waste After my family finished eating our Thanksgiving […]
The stereotypical millennial eats avocado toast and complains about student loans, but a recent LendingTree study found auto loans are significant debt drivers, too. In fact, auto loans make up the second biggest share of […]
Parents work double time to make the holidays magical for their children. As such, presents for them often take second place. That’s why it’s a great idea to consider thoughtful, helpful gifts for them as […]
The 10th annual Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals that was held in suburban Chicago this past weekend is known as “the Pebble Beach of muscle cars,” showcasing the best performance cars of the 1960’s and […]
Depending on who you ask, the U.S. economy is “stuck in second gear,” already in another massive recession, or — according to Warren Buffett — doing just fine. For those who don’t feel as optimistic as […]
There are three big things couples fight about, according to divorce attorney Paul Rudder, and that’s kids, sex and money. But the biggest of these, by far, is money. “Money affects a marriage,” he said. […]
When planning your trip home for the holidays, pay attention to the credit card you use to book. Using a rewards credit card is one of the best things you can do to save money […]
Purchasing a home in Sonoma County has never been easier. However, houses still sell for an average of $700,000 here, making careful planning a must. Here are six mistakes that all prospective home buyers should […]
We all have a geek in our life who’s first to buy new tech or fix our smartphone. Their early bird attitude can make buying them gifts difficult, since they’re so often the ones standing […]
Silverstone Auctions closed its 2018 season out with a £4.2 million ($5.4 million) sale over the weekend that featured cars once owned by Frank Sinatra and Steve McQueen. Sinatra’s 1984 Rolls-Royce Corniche convertible, given to […]
Americans know to lookout for their W-2s every January — and freelancers are well-acquainted with the good old 1099-MISC form. But there’s often other paperwork coming in the mail that’s necessary for filing a complete […]
If you own a small business or are thinking of starting one, chances are good that applying for a business loan is in your future. Obtaining the financing necessary to fulfill your small business vision […]
Student loan forgiveness is often considered a smart way out for borrowers struggling with debt. But is it really the great solution people think it is? As with many student loan-related questions, the answer is […]
We all have that friend or family member who is constantly on the road or catching red-eyed flights. Maybe you yourself are that globetrotter. Either way, we’ve rounded up seven tech gifts that can help […]
A house is the biggest purchase most people make in their lifetime, with the accompanying mortgage being their largest financial transaction. Most people know that they should work toward having the best possible credit score […]
Cars were streaming into the upper level of the South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center when I visited the site of the Mecum Auction on Wednesday afternoon. The first of them crossed the […]
If you’re looking to purchase or refinance a house providing tax returns can sometimes just be inconvenient especially if your tax returns have various extending schedules. Here’s what you need to know if you’re looking […]
As World War I ended, T.G. John, former manager for British motorcar manufacturer Siddeley-Deasy, bought the rights to Hillman’s Electra engine line. He also bought a foundry and a factory, and soon had 200 employees […]
After Thanksgiving, many people find themselves asking how to eat all these leftovers without becoming tired of turkey. Not only that, there’s leftover veggies and all the other side dishes you had. Here are some […]
The first Ford Mustang hardtop built as a pre-production car is a Plain Jane base model in Caspian Blue powered by a 170 cid inline-6 with a three-speed manual transmission. However, it is the first […]
To shop or not to shop on Black Friday? The answer to that question depends on your tolerance for crowds, self-restraint and money in the bank. Black Friday is expected to be bigger than ever […]
Budget smart speakers like the $50 Amazon Echo Dot and Google Home Mini are great gifts for anyone who is new to smart home tech – but what if they value high-quality music as much […]
A Supreme Court tax ruling in June 2018 changed the way online retailers must operate. In a landmark 5-4 decision in favor of a South Dakota sales tax law the Court, in essence, ruled that […]
If you’ve got student loans, you’re not alone. The situation is especially dire among recent college graduates. According to a recent survey that I conducted, nearly half of Americans aged 21-29 have student loans, with […]
Waymo, the autonomous car company owned by Google parent firm Alphabet, will launch the first driver-free taxi service before the end of 2018. The as-yet-unnamed service will allow customers to hail driverless cabs with apps […]
Forget hectic travel, unpredictable weather or awkward conversations with the in-laws. According to a new report from CompareCards.com, nothing stresses Americans out during the holiday season like shopping. Nearly two-thirds of Americans agreed with […]
Whether the grandparents in your life are travelers, gamers or fitness enthusiasts, these nine gadgets can make great holiday gifts for them. Image Credit: DepositPhotos.com. 1. Lenovo Smart Display The Lenovo Smart Display is a […]
A French-built car with an Italian-built V6 under the hood, the Citroen SM SC was lauded by critics and was the Motor Trend Car of the Year in 1972. We went to the Mullin Automotive […]