Is your car totaled? It varies by state
A car is typically considered totaled when the insurance company determines it will cost more to repair than the vehicle is worth. Beyond that, states have their own guidelines for when a car should be […]
Oregon first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Oregon, here’s some good news: Several programs — both statewide and local — offer help with finding an affordable mortgage or making a down payment. The not-so-good […]
How to create a college application that really stands out
College application season is one of the most stressful times of the year for high school students as they get ready to apply to schools and decide where they want to spend the next […]
5 networking tips that will build your business clientele
If there is anything that the Covid 19 pandemic has taught us, it’s that small businesses that do not have a strong network of support are susceptible to major economic events. All across the US […]
First-time homebuyer programs in the Northeast
Buying a home can be exciting, exhausting and, no matter how smoothly the process may go, one of the most stressful things you can do in life. Not having enough money to adequately finance […]
How to align your rental property portfolio with market sectors
The single-family rental (SFR) real estate sector is a relatively new asset class, rising out of the housing crisis in the late 2000s. Investing in SFR properties remotely is even newer: technology that enables […]
What to look for when buying a used car
New cars lose a significant portion of their value the minute you drive them off the lot, and they cost more money. Anyone who opts to buy a new car can expect to pay […]
16 easy ways to save money by lowering your home’s carbon footprint
U.S. households emit carbon and other greenhouse gasses at a rate four times higher than the global average — with more than a third of our emissions coming from home energy consumption. What’s more, energy costs take up […]
9 platforms to get the remote job of your dreams
According to UpWork, freelancers in the U.S. grew by 2 million or 8% between 2019 and 2020. So, if you dream of becoming your own boss to increase your sources of income, work at your […]
457 vs 401(k): What’s the real difference?
Depending on where you work, you may be able to save for retirement in a 457 plan or a 401(k). While any employer can offer a 401(k), a 457 plan is commonly associated with […]