Author: Mia Taylor
Healthy, non-meat meals to grill up at your summer BBQ
Written by: Mia Taylor
Summer barbecues with grilled hotdogs and hamburgers are an American tradition. But with the eating habits of many evolving to include vegetarian and vegan options (or …
6 healthy things you can grill at your summer BBQ that aren’t meat
Written by: Mia Taylor
Summer barbecues with grilled hotdogs and hamburgers are an American tradition. But with the eating habits of many evolving to include vegetarian and vegan options (or …
Can you get a prenup after you’re married?
Written by: Mia Taylor
It’s not exactly romantic to think about creating a prenuptial agreement when embarking on a new marriage. Planning the honeymoon, picking out the wedding cake and designing …
How to create a travel budget & stick to it
Written by: Mia Taylor
Summer vacations, gap years in Europe, a flight to space, a Christmas holiday on the slopes in Aspen: Travel is enriching and rewarding. But it’s rarely cheap. …
Will you need a new ID to travel this year?
Written by: Mia Taylor
Millions of Americans still do not have a Real ID or even know what one is, which may affect their ability to fly. A study from …
It’s a new decade: Here’s how to set a 10-year financial goal
Written by: Mia Taylor
A new decade is here. It’s a good time to take stock of what you’ve accomplished and set new priorities for the coming decade. It’s also especially …
Top ways managing money has changed since 2010
Written by: Mia Taylor
Remember when opening a savings account required visiting a bank? Or when the primary way to track spending was by recording purchases and deposits in your …
Why don’t other countries tip in restaurants?
Written by: Mia Taylor
While tipping may be a common practice in the United States, the same does not always hold true abroad. In many countries, tipping after a meal …
Can dining out on Thanksgiving save you money?
Written by: Mia Taylor
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends and enjoy a memorable meal. For some, the annual food extravaganza may not be quite as …
Should you order your prescriptions online?
Written by: Mia Taylor
Ordering prescriptions from an online pharmacy can be a convenient and cost-effective way to lower your health care expenses. But there are drawbacks to obtaining medications online, …
5 signs you’re ready to retire
Written by: Mia Taylor
Moving from an active member of the workforce to retiree is a major life change that not only involves decades of financial preparation but also emotional …
6 things your travel agent doesn’t want you to know
Written by: Mia Taylor
Travel agents have the challenging task of making your globetrotting dreams come true. It’s a job that involves regularly traveling the world to experience destinations, hotels and restaurants. …
7 secrets from a travel agent for picking your next vacation
Written by: Mia Taylor
With the rise of companies like Expedia, Skyscanner and Hotels.com, it seemed as though travel agents might go the way of the dinosaur. But as the amount of …
How to avoid drowning in subscription fees
Written by: Mia Taylor
You’re likely signed up for more than one subscription service, between Netflix and Hulu to Amazon Prime and Spotify. While each service on its own may …
7 ways to avoid getting ripped off when renting a car
Written by: Mia Taylor
Renting a car has practically become a dreaded part of the travel process for even for the most experienced travelers. The rental company often finds ways …
Is there a financial benefit to getting married?
Written by: Mia Taylor
Marriage comes with many benefits, both emotional and financial. But it’s unlikely that the tax benefits (and drawbacks) of your new union are top of mind …
Did you really just land a deal buying duty free?
Written by: Mia Taylor
Duty-free shops are designed to be enticing, with shelves of designer handbags, sunglasses and perfume bottles all marked down. After all, who wouldn’t want to snatch …
What full-time travelers need to know about paying income taxes
Written by: Mia Taylor
Who among us hasn’t daydreamed about saying goodbye to the nine-to-five grind and becoming a full-time traveler? The allure of an unencumbered life seems carefree, but …
Confused about retirement accounts? Read this
Written by: Mia Taylor
Saving for retirement is an important financial task. And while there are plenty of options available, many Americans are still confused about how best to prepare …
The 8 hidden costs of owning your home
Written by: Mia Taylor
Making the transition from renter to homeowner is a dream come true for many people — browsing Zillow is a practically modern American pastime. But when …
