Is bike sharing the best way to commute?
The situation is familiar: You get caught in traffic, or your bus shows up 20 minutes late. Commuting can be a nightmare for many Americans — especially in big cities like New York, where the […]
1-in-3 Americans have never re-shopped for home or car insurance
One in three Americans with homeowners or car insurance has never shopped for better coverage, according to a survey from Policygenius. Meanwhile, nearly 50% of the policyholders who have shopped for a new policy haven’t […]
What to do when you can’t pay your medical bills
A few years ago, my husband started having breathing problems. He could barely smell and taste food anymore. His nose was running all the time, and he kept me up all night with his snoring. […]
What to consider when changing your name after a divorce
Recently, a newly single mom messaged me: “Can you please write about a name change after divorce? I don’t want to share my name with my ex-husband anymore, but my two young sons were devastated at […]
The states where you’re most likely to die on the job
Most people don’t go into work expecting to die. But every day more than 14 workers, on average, don’t make it home alive. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that in 2017, 5,147 workers died […]
Majority of consumers worry about internet hacking
Hacking concerns are high among consumers, particularly those who own connected devices. Worry that their computers could be hacked, and their broadband connections too is high, said a new report from Parks Associates, “Consumer Fears […]
8 things to know about your 401(k) when you leave your job
Decades ago, it was typical for an employee to work their entire career for one company, climb the corporate ladder, and retire with a nice pension. Two major things have changed in recent years: pensions […]
The credit score you need to get a mortgage
To buy a house, you need to have at least a good credit score, provable income that supports your ability to repay the mortgage and enough money for a down payment. If you’re looking to […]
Are you self-sabotaging your business success?
When you first step out as an entrepreneur, it can be an exciting, yet daunting experience. Even once you’ve started your business and taken the leap, it can be hard to keep taking risks and […]
Everything you need to know about switching car insurance policies
If you’re a car owner, you probably already have car insurance. At least some amount of coverage is required in almost every U.S. state, and in the few states where it isn’t, having auto insurance […]