How to treat yourself, even on a budget
Who doesn’t like to hear the words “Good job!” or “I’ve got a little treat for you”? Almost no one. And the fun part is, you can be the person bestowing good will upon yourself. […]
Americans plan on spending less on these things because of inflation
While Wall Street celebrated the slight cooling of inflation in July, the latest reading won’t be enough to ease the financial pressure on millions of households in the United States in face of rising costs […]
Don’t understand the Inflation Reduction Act? This graphic can help
The Inflation Reduction Act is what is left of the centerpiece of the Biden administration’s agenda — introduced in 2021 and dubbed the human infrastructure bill then. The much larger package failed last year due to opposition within […]
The largest residential home in every state
The average size of a newly constructed home in the United States has more than tripled over the last 75 years, from 797 square feet in 1945 to 2,491 square feet in 2020. Cheap […]
Should you be saving money or paying down debt?
Should I save or pay off debt? It’s a tough financial choice. Prioritizing debt repayment can help you pay off what you owe faster, eventually freeing up more money that you can save. […]
Biden cancels up to $20k in student loans: What we know
On Aug. 24, 2022, President Joe Biden ended months of speculation by announcing that each American who earns $125,000 or less per year ($250,000 for married couples) will be eligible for $10,000 in federal student loan […]
Common budgeting mistakes & how to avoid them
Sure, a budget is an important tool to help you balance your income and your spending, keep your savings on track, and help you avoid debt. But, like many good things, it sometimes goes off […]
Cities where it’s easy to rent a home with a big dog
Finding a rental that accepts your kind of pet is no picnic. With rental prices rising by up to 40% and a fur-baby boom of 23 million pandemic pets, Americans face a reduced pool of homes from which to […]
Your recession survival guide
Recession warnings are everywhere. With interest rates rising, inflation hitting the highest levels in 40 years, and stocks plunging into bear market territory, most people are more than a little worried. Let’s face it, many […]
Here’s where homes are sitting empty across America
A March LendingTree study found more than 16 million vacant housing units in the U.S. This figure may seem steep but becomes more reasonable when you consider how many homes sit empty while they’re waiting to […]