How to get a car loan with bad credit
A down payment and a strong cosigner are usually the best ways to get a car loan with bad credit. It may seem challenging to find a bad credit car loan, but there are many […]
6 ways to save money for grad school
Figuring out how to save money for graduate school can be overwhelming, especially if you are still paying off loans for your undergrad degree. But finding the money to pay for school doesn’t always mean […]
Are you responsible if your employee gets COVID-19 at work?
The financial business impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is undeniable. Reports show that more than 100,000 U.S. small businesses have shuttered their doors for good, despite the $700 billion in stimulus funds from the federal government. […]
The states that depend most on FEMA aid
The effects of COVID-19 could combine with damage from strong summer storms and supersize FEMA’s expenses, but reeling in the agency’s spending would be disastrous for states across the country. ValuePenguin found that since 2017, […]
Stocks vs shares: Explaining the difference
Sure, you know what the stock market is, and you’ve heard time and time again that you should be investing. If you’re sitting on the sidelines of the stock market, you aren’t alone. Even with […]
6 strategies to pay off student loans quickly
Life can get expensive. When you factor in things like rent or mortgage, groceries, childcare expenses, transportation costs and more, it adds up quickly. For 44 million Americans, their monthly budget also includes student loan payments. If […]
1-in-3 American workers have stopped saving for retirement
For many Americans, saving for retirement is a luxury they simply cannot afford right now. Although investing for the future is essential, COVID-19 has left millions across the U.S. concerned more about the present as […]
The best & worst cities for minimum wage workers
If you currently work a minimum wage job, you’re not alone. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 1.7 million Americans were working for wages at or below the federal minimum, making up 2.1% of […]
7 fun ways to save money
Whether you’re building your emergency fund or putting a portion of your paycheck away for you and your family, chances are you’re saving money. It’s possible this all-important financial habit can feel tedious and boring, […]
Here’s what the pandemic is doing to your 401(k)
Workers in nearly every industry have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, with the unemployment rate hitting a new high in 2020 and pay decreases becoming typical. Now, a study from MagnifyMoney estimates that workers […]