Author: Mia Taylor
Healthy, non-meat meals to grill up at your summer BBQ
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
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?
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
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?
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
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
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?
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?
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?
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
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
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
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
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
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?
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?
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
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
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
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 …
4 ways to find the right summer camp for your kids
Summer is just around the corner, and for most kids that means school is out. But for parents, the summer months present a child care gap, …
5 affordable ways to make your house more green
Being more conscious of our impact on the environment is becoming increasingly important. With Earth Day on April 22, now may be the time to take small …
Does Meghan Markle have to pay US taxes this year?
While Meghan Markle may be busy living a fairytale with her prince, that doesn’t mean she is exempt from all the monotonous chores the rest of …
5 easy ways you can save enough for your summer vacation
With the start of summer just a few months away, it’s time to stop daydreaming about a fun-filled vacation and begin setting aside money to make …
Best ‘spring break’ destinations for retirees
While spring break getaways are typically associated with the college crowd and perhaps families with school age children, retired travelers also look forward to a memorable …
5 ways to stay safe on your spring break trip
It’s spring break season, which means hordes of travelers will jet off to warmer destinations (like these popular ones). But before you pack your bags, take …
7 easy ways to save on spring break travel
It’s no secret that spring break is a popular time to travel — escaping the cold for a couple of days (or more) is appealing to …
How a cruise can help (or hurt) your budget
The number of vacationers hopping aboard a cruise has increased steadily. In 2019 alone, 30 million people are expected to go on cruises, almost double the …
How to fight the opioid crisis & your student loan debt
The opioid epidemic and skyrocketing student loan debt are two of the nation’s most publicized challenges. On average, 130 Americans die every day from an opioid …
Here are 6 smart ways to spend your tax refund
Tax season has officially begun. January 28 was the first day taxpayers could start filing returns, both paper and electronic. If you haven’t done this yet, …
