Author: Emma Diehl
Your ultimate guide to buying a single-family home
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
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
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
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?
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?
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 Outdated fixtures, old appliances, or a dysfunctional layout …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?
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?
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
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
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?
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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, …
