Can you afford a classic car?
Most people buy cars for practical purposes. They need transportation to get to and from work and to run errands around town. But for classic car enthusiasts, a car can be a collector’s item that […]
You won’t believe how much these Russian superyachts cost
Reports about the superyachts of sanctioned Russian billionaires being frozen or detained came a dime a dozen in the aftermath of the invasion of Ukraine by the country at the end of February. After […]
The best dividend stocks under $5
Stock prices come in all sizes. A few trade above $1,000 per share, such as Amazon.com (AMZN) and Alphabet (GOOG). Meanwhile, Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A) currently trades above $500,000 per share. Most companies do […]
7 financial aid secrets students need to know
As a student (or parent) it can be easy to focus solely on the college application process, and completely forget about financial aid. You spend so much time studying for the SATs (or ACTs) and […]
Is paying mortgage points ever a good idea?
If you’re shopping for a home mortgage, you’ve probably seen the term “mortgage points.” Before you take the next step to sign a mortgage preapproval or other borrowing commitment, it’s critical to understand how points […]
19 ways to get free prescription glasses & cheap frames
Have you realized the drugstore reading glasses aren’t cutting it anymore? Has your child come home with a note from the teacher saying they’re having trouble seeing the board? Facing an unexpected appointment with […]
Here’s how long it takes LeBron James to earn an average American salary
Sports stars make a fortune. We all know that. But have you ever watched your favorite players and wondered just how long it would take them to earn your salary? Well, the folks over at […]
6 ways to protect your money from inflation
Inflation has been squeezing — and infuriating — U.S. consumers for a long time now. What began as an annoyance (an extra pinch at the gas pump and the grocery store) has turned into a […]
Is time still the key to successful investing?
I Got Five on It What went up, came back down. From the most recent S&P low on Mar 8, the index ripped higher by 11% in the span of three weeks. Investors let […]
31 things that can go wrong when you build a new home
Buying an existing home can be a complicated and expensive affair. Buyers can try to reduce their transaction costs by using a discount real estate broker or simplify the process by using an agent-matching service like UpNest, but […]