14 smart home devices to save you money
As fun as it is to switch lights on with your voice, activate your robotic vacuum cleaner and talk to the postman through a video doorbell, smart home technology offers more benefits than just everyday […]
Why electric cars are so expensive, and how the tide will soon turn
It’s all about the trickle-down effect. A glance at the prices of electric cars will quickly tell you something — they are all expensive. The latest vehicle to raise eyebrows is the Audi e-tron, an SUV and […]
How the WeWork experience is revolutionizing the workplace
When we consider an office, we traditionally think of it as a physical space: a building or floor in one and the tables, chairs, filing cabinets, and other furniture that fills the space; an office […]
A beginners guide to disability insurance & pregnancy
Why do pregnant women need disability insurance? Because complications aren’t as uncommon as you might think – one in four pregnancies have complications that can cause mothers to take additional time off from work. Besides […]
How often does my credit report update?
Credit reports are the foundations on which credit scores are measured. Even though there are multiple credit scoring companies (and multiple formulas for each type of score), where your scores land depends on information from […]
8 money moves for when you expect one baby … but find out you’re having two (or three)
Planning for the financial impact of a single baby is challenging. But if you just learned you’re having twins, triplets or more, you may be wondering how you’re going to afford those extra bundles of […]
The dos & don’ts of buying at a wholesale club
Because I write about smart shopping, you’d think that I’d be adept at shopping in all forms. Not always! As a new member of Costco, it took several visits to get my bulk shopping under […]
How much does it cost to turn the average house into a smart home?
Most people’s idea of a smart home is adding a device that can control lights, plugs and door locks. But what if you wanted to make your entire home smarter? We’re talking about replacing every regular […]
How long do negative items stay on my credit report?
How long do negative items stay on my credit report? This is the question anyone in need of credit might ask if bankruptcy, collections accounts, or late payments are dragging down their credit scores. Since […]
4 times when it’s right to bundle your home & car insurance
Most carriers don’t sell strictly homeowners, or strictly auto insurance, and nothing else. So if you go to a company for a car insurance policy, there’s a good chance they’ll have an option to bundle […]