Yes, credit cards can affect your mental health. Here’s how
When our mental health takes a beating – and it happens to everyone – we all cope differently. The healthiest among us will exercise, meditate, or dive into a hobby. Sadly, some of us […]
7 simple ways to get control of your checking account
Managing a checking account may sound like a tedious task, but please keep reading, because it’s well worth a bit of time to get your financial health on track. Think about it: Your checking account […]
Here’s where heating costs are really soaring
Even before the outbreak of war in Ukraine and subsequent energy crisis in Europe, Germany’s Federal Statistics Office estimated that 2.6 million people in the country could not adequately heat their homes in 2021, for financial reasons. […]
IRS boosts max retirement contribution limit. Here’s what to know
Following adjustments made to tax brackets in 2023, the IRS instituted record-breaking increases to the contribution limits for 401(k) and other tax-deferred retirement plans. Starting next year, individuals can contribute up to $22,500 to […]
12 ways to save on your mortgage, even with higher interest rates
With both home prices and interest rates rising, many buyers are crunching the numbers and wondering how they can catch a break. To help find the answer, we talked to real estate agents, […]
How your company can avoid cash crunches
Huge problem facing most businesses? Routinely falling into a cash crunch. The good news is it’s easily avoidable. Here are 11 ways to turn your cash-hog company into a profit fountain: […]
15 frugal ways to avoid paying full price … on everything
Want to know how to never pay full price for anything? There are plenty of tips and tricks that can help you get a better deal on everything from a car to a big carton […]
The best guns to collect as investments
Gun ownership is a hot topic. No doubt you’ve got your own opinions on whether gun ownership should be restricted or not. However, gun control is not the subject of this post. Instead, you’ll learn […]
How much will the University of Connecticut really cost you?
Total Cost of Attendance The University of Connecticut, located in Storrs, Connecticut, is a top-ranked public research university. It’s considered a “public Ivy,” which means it’s comparable to an Ivy-League institution. UConn tuition in […]
Wyoming first-time homebuyers’ assistance programs
People are drawn to the Cowboy State for its wide open spaces, mountains, rivers, and small towns. Zillow put the typical value of a home in Wyoming in May 2022 at $318,550, a […]