The future of Social Security has been of major concern to many political leaders, especially given the deteriorating retirement outlook for most Americans. Congressional Democrats have been pushing for years for a major Social Security reform proposal. […]
A personal loan can be taken out for a variety of reasons. For some people, a personal loan is one way to cover a financial emergency, such as unexpected medical costs. For others, a personal loan can […]
As a parent of a 3-year-old, I’m just trying to get through my daughter’s current tantrum phase–figuring out the best way to save for college feels all but impossible. Even though I started saving before […]
The new year is full of celebrations, resolutions, and new beginnings, but those aren’t the only things happening in Q1. Tax season has officially begun, and like your grandmother, the IRS would love to hear […]
When deciding which homeowners insurance company is best for your home and personal assets, you’re typically going to look at companies’ financial strength, their rates, the robustness of their coverages, and how they handle claims. But […]
Financial confession time: I didn’t file my taxes in 2012. I know that’s particularly horrendous for a personal finance writer to admit, but it’s the truth. It happened two full years before I had my […]
According to a 2018 Student Loan Hero survey, 43% of college-educated Americans with student loans said they postponed buying a home because of their debt. But student loans don’t have to keep you from buying a […]
Working from home is a dream for many full-time employees. Meanwhile, that dream has become very real for at least 43% of the U.S. workforce, according to the latest Gallup poll on remote work. In addition […]
Reorganizing your home has become a popular task these days, thanks to Netflix superstar Marie Kondo. While many would-be declutterers are focused on whether their possessions bring them joy, they often forget that cleaning up […]
I distinctly remember when my kindergarten teacher asked us to consider what we wanted to be when we grew up. Answers ranged from firefighter and veterinarian to banker, artist and athlete. Unsurprisingly, none of my classmates listed parent as their dream career. Yet as adults, […]