How many bank accounts should I have?
If you’re asking yourself how many bank accounts you should have, I can almost guarantee that you have too many already. While this may seem like a minor and benign issue, I can assure you […]
These are the money mistakes that lead to divorce
There are three big things couples fight about, according to divorce attorney Paul Rudder, and that’s kids, sex and money. But the biggest of these, by far, is money. “Money affects a marriage,” he said. […]
The 10 tax forms people forget to fill out
Americans know to lookout for their W-2s every January — and freelancers are well-acquainted with the good old 1099-MISC form. But there’s often other paperwork coming in the mail that’s necessary for filing a complete […]
Should you pay off your student loans before you buy a house?
If you’ve got student loans, you’re not alone. The situation is especially dire among recent college graduates. According to a recent survey that I conducted, nearly half of Americans aged 21-29 have student loans, with […]
50 money lessons to be thankful for
Thanksgiving is a time to appreciate your friends and family, and reflect on all the things you’re thankful for, including your financial blessings. With that, here are the money lessons we’ve learned and are thankful […]
How much money can you make as an Airbnb host, and is it worth it?
You may have heard about people earning big bucks by sharing their home with travelers through Airbnb. You might even be part of the Airbnb community already. You are if you’ve ever used the service to […]
8 government regulations business owners should know
There’s more to running a business than selling products and services. On top of managing employees, finances and day-to-day tasks, business owners also have to make sure that they’re legally compliant. The regulations and laws […]
5 secrets to inexpensive life insurance for seniors
Life insurance for seniors doesn’t have to be expensive. Just because you’ve been around the block a few times doesn’t mean that life insurance companies should take advantage of you. Am I right? The good […]
9 reverse mortgage questions answered
Your golden years should be the time you finally get to sit back, relax and enjoy everything you worked for. However, as some people head into their retirement years, they discover that the money they […]
26 of the best home businesses to start
If you find you’re suddenly unemployed or at home with your children all day or even just looking for some side income, starting your own home-based business can seem like the perfect choice. But it […]