Author: Emma Diehl
3 Mortgage Relief Programs For Americans Who Need a Break
Written by: Emma Diehl
Whether a layoff, inflation, or other bugaboo is causing you to struggle with your mortgage payments, life rafts are available. Options for people who need mortgage …
10 Online Banking Alerts You Really Should Turn On
Written by: Emma Diehl
When it comes to managing your financial life, technology can be your friend. By toggling on banking alerts, you can stay on top of your bank …
7 ways to improve your financial health in 2024
Written by: Emma Diehl
When you think about your health, your mind likely goes first to your physical health and then maybe your mental and emotional health. But there is …
Getting a mortgage in 2024? Read this first
Written by: Emma Diehl
Want to buy a home? Chances are you’ll need a mortgage. The world of mortgage loans may have its own language, but once you understand the …
5 super smart spending strategies
Written by: Emma Diehl
When it comes to budgeting, some of us live by the saying, “Out of sight, out of mind.” If you can’t see those charges coming through …
Learning a trade? This is how much you can expect to make in every state
Written by: Emma Diehl
As student debt reaches an all-time high and automation is shaking up many industries, more and more people are turning to the trades. With the benefit …
Overcome your money fears once and for all
Written by: Emma Diehl
Forget things that go bump in the night. Many of us are losing sleep over our fear of money — more than half of Americans rank “not having …
No degree, no problem: 25 easy & high-paying jobs that require little work
Written by: Emma Diehl
The key to finding jobs that make a lot of money but don’t carry the burden of student loan debt is looking at growing industries with …
7 tips for avoiding debit card fraud
Written by: Emma Diehl
Even the most cautious debit card users could fall victim to a debit card scam. In 2020, a reported 25% of debit cardholders reported fraud. While …
How much will it really cost you to remodel your home?
Written by: Emma Diehl
In the world of HGTV renovation shows, remodeling a home might look like a breeze. Interior design pros tackle a home in 30 minutes (including …
11 ways to spend smarter with a credit card
Written by: Emma Diehl
While you may think of your credit card as what tends to break a budget, it’s actually possible to budget with a credit card to spend …
Your ultimate guide to buying a single-family home
Written by: Emma Diehl
It’s no secret that the price tags of single-family homes (the ideal dwelling in terms of space, independence, and resale value) have spiked, and many current …
Still looking for a home? Here are 2 options worth checking out
Written by: Emma Diehl
If you’re looking to buy a condo or townhome, understanding the distinctions may help you home in on the choice that better suits your lifestyle and …
10 reasons why a modular home may not be for you
Written by: Emma Diehl
Looking for a home that’s ready to live in right out of the box? A modular home may be the right fit, but there are reasons …
How to tell if you’re wasting money
Written by: Emma Diehl
No one intentionally opens up their wallet and throws their cash directly down the drain. But some spending habits have the potential to feel like the …
So you’ve gone minimalist. Now what?
Written by: Emma Diehl
You see it in the aisles of Target, on HGTV, or that Instagram-friendly cafe by work. The clear, stark interior design, with a single accent piece. …
How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen?
Written by: Emma Diehl
If the kitchen is the heart of the home, what does it say when yours is falling apart? Outdated fixtures, old appliances, or a dysfunctional layout …
What is the hardest year of high school?
Written by: Emma Diehl
Ask four recent graduates which year of high school was hardest for them, and chances are you’ll get four different answers. Each year of high school …
How do you change your major?
Written by: Emma Diehl
Declaring a major in college isn’t a minor decision, but that doesn’t mean students can’t change their minds further along in a college career. How to …
How this woman paid off $200k in student loans in less than 2 years
Written by: Emma Diehl
In the interest of full transparency, please note that Erika Kullberg is a paid spokesperson for SoFi as well as a SoFi member. Also, her experience …
How to get merit aid for college
Written by: Emma Diehl
Money for college doesn’t grow on trees. Or does it? Every year, billions of dollars wait to be plucked from the branches by college students seeking …
Should I downsize my home?
Written by: Emma Diehl
For many, downsizing is more accurately described as “right-sizing.” Popularized by author Sheri Koones, the idea of a smaller home is that it helps people live …
How to move investments from one account to another
Written by: Emma Diehl
In the age of P2P transfers and tap to pay, transferring funds has become as simple as a few small gestures. Money jumps between accounts in …
Investing in food stocks
Written by: Emma Diehl
You may not know what the future holds, but you know there’ll be a meal involved. A good meal or grocery trip is not only a …
What are considered Blue-Chip stocks?
Written by: Emma Diehl
To an investing newbie, the term blue chip might just sound like a fancy vehicle for your salsa. But blue chips, more specifically blue-chip stocks, are …
5 types of savings you should consider having
Written by: Emma Diehl
40% of US adults say they don’t have enough funds on hand to cover a $400 emergency. From unexpected car expenses, to the ever discussed “rainy day …
How to buy stocks without a broker
Written by: Emma Diehl
Think of investing like moving to a new house. In a move, people need to get all of their belongings from one place to the next — …
7 tips for improving your financial health
Written by: Emma Diehl
Poor financial health can linger like a stubborn cold that just won’t go away. Plenty of fluids and rest might get someone back in fighting shape, …
