Author: Jacqueline DeMarco
Just how expensive is it to live in Texas?
What’s the Average Cost of Living in Texas? Average Cost of Living in Texas: $45,114 per year When it comes to expenses in this sprawling state, MERIC data …
Just how expensive is life in California?
Lots of people are California dreamin’, but the reality is that the most populous U.S. state is one of the most expensive. While thinking of wealth, …
The cost of raising kids has skyrocketed. You won’t believe by how much
Adjusting for higher future inflation, the Brookings Institution estimates it costs $310,605 for a middle-class family to raise a child born in 2015 up to age …
My tax preparer made a mistake. What can I do now?
There are different types of tax return preparers, but typically, they’re enrolled agents, attorneys, or certified public accountants (CPAs). There is no professional credential that qualifies …
This is how much it costs to raise a child to 18 in America
On average, the cost of raising a child is $12,980 per year for children born in 2015 into a middle-income, two-child family with married parents. For …
How to be your own boss and make some serious money
When life gets expensive (which is often), it can make sense to take on a side-job to earn extra money. If you have skills you can …
The average salary in every single state
The average salary in the U.S. is $60,575, according to the latest data from the Social Security Administration. How your salary compares will depend on your …
Which graduate degrees lead to the highest salaries?
The pursuit of knowledge is worthwhile under any circumstances, but many people attend college not just to learn but also to increase their earning potential. It …
7 great at-home, self-employment options for parents
Many busy parents find that a traditional 9-to-5 job isn’t the best option while they’re raising young children. Working for yourself can provide more flexibility and …
Here’s how much it really costs to live alone
Moving out of your parental home for the first time can be incredibly exciting: It’s a major milestone in the process of adulting and becoming independent. …
30 fun things to do this weekend that won’t break the bank
Too often, free time winds up costing us money, whether that means going to the movies, hitting the mall, or paying for an in-demand yoga class. …
21 productive things to do on your next day off
Some days off are meant for purely relaxing. Others are meant for checking things off our to-do lists that we can’t get done during the course …
The top 15 reasons Americans overspend
Virtually everyone’s done it. You create a budget, do your best to stick to it, and then out of nowhere — oops — you realize you’ve …
The ridiculous reasons so many Americans overspend
At some point or another, most — if not all — of us have felt the pressure to keep up with the Joneses. According …
10 ways to save money while still having summer fun
Summertime can lure us into spending more money simply because our usual habits and routines are disrupted. Kids are out of school and desperate for entertainment. …
Money tight due to inflation? Here’s when to rely on your emergency fund
No doubt, it’s important to save money for a rainy day. But once you’ve stashed some cash away, it can be hard to know what …
10 signs you aren’t making enough money
You’re working hard at your job day after day and you’re far from extravagant, yet it’s a strain to pay bills and you’re falling short on …
6 tips for managing money when you’re depressed
Depression is a major health issue that can impact all areas of our lives — including how we feel about and manage our money. Given that …
Here’s how many Americans plan to save their tax refund
April’s Tax Day is approaching, and many U.S. taxpayers have filed their 2021 returns. In fact, the IRS had already received 45.4 million individual returns as …
These are the best US small airports to fly into
Starting a vacation or trip with a late arrival or missing a connecting flight because of one can put a damper on travel plans. This can …
6 tips for becoming financially independent
Few things may sound as appealing as the idea of becoming financially independent. Though financial independence can mean different things to different people, it typically refers …
10 home improvements that are totally worth it
Home has always been where the heart is, but lately it has been where everything is. For many people, work, play, family time, and basically every …
Here’s how to stop fighting about money
Fighting about money is one of the top causes of strife among couples, and one of the main reasons married couples land in divorce court. Married or not, …
10 personal finance basics
Despite how important money is in life, personal finance know-how — or “financial literacy” — is not typically taught in schools, or necessarily by parents. Unfortunately, a …
How to get back on track after going over budget
Even people who closely track their spending might go over budget now and then. It happens, but going over budget isn’t the main issue—it’s how someone …
How to evaluate your personal finances
We all want to improve our money-management habits, but sometimes the path on how to achieve this goal is a little unclear. If you are looking …
Are you planning to work after retirement? You’re not alone
What it means to be retired in America may look differently than we imagine, as more than 6 in 10 Americans think they’ll keep working after …
How to find a real estate agent
Buying or selling a home are both major life moments. They can be exciting, but also potentially stressful and confusing. Luckily, there are real estate agents …
How to buy a house from a family member
Sometimes home, sweet home is right under our noses. Buying a house from a family member may be the perfect solution, but everyone should be aware …
Living on campus vs. living off campus
One of the most exciting parts of heading off to college for many students is living on their own for the first time. Whether that be …
