Author: Mia Taylor
4 ways to find the right summer camp for your kids
Written by: Mia Taylor
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
Written by: Mia Taylor
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?
Written by: Mia Taylor
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
Written by: Mia Taylor
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
Written by: Mia Taylor
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
Written by: Mia Taylor
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
Written by: Mia Taylor
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
Written by: Mia Taylor
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
Written by: Mia Taylor
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
Written by: Mia Taylor
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, …
6 ways to spend your Lunar New Year money
Written by: Mia Taylor
The annual celebration of Lunar New Year includes sumptuous feasts, festive dragon and lion dances and the all-important gifting of red envelopes filled with money. Symbols …
5 steps to get off the IRS naughty list
Written by: Mia Taylor
Running afoul of the Internal Revenue Service is one of life’s least pleasant experiences. But there are steps one can take to help avoid being audited …
Goals without metrics are just wishes: How to conquer your resolutions
Written by: Mia Taylor
A new year, new goals, right? It’s human nature to want to start a new year with lofty goals for improving everything from your diet to …
The one money thing to do now that the holidays are over
Written by: Mia Taylor
While most people are recovering from the merriment of the holidays, savvy shoppers will be making a beeline for the seasonal decor aisle of their local …
5 ways to get your budget ready for holiday travel in 5 minutes or less
Written by: Mia Taylor
Holiday travel is an expensive undertaking. For many, the mere thought of is cringe-inducing — given the seasonal price hikes and chaos that comes with traveling …
5 holiday travel traps & how to avoid them
Written by: Mia Taylor
Holiday travel can be challenging, if not downright maddening. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year’s Day, the same headaches apply: Crowds as far as the …
These cities just became more friendly for homebuyers
Written by: Mia Taylor
It’s been a seller’s market for the past couple of years, making buying a home challenging. But that may be coming to an end. Zillow said …
Should you stay home on Black Friday?
Written by: Mia Taylor
To shop or not to shop on Black Friday? The answer to that question depends on your tolerance for crowds, self-restraint and money in the bank. …
5 tips to help you win Black Friday
Written by: Mia Taylor
Black Friday may be rife with bargains, but it’s also stressful, crowded and can be expensive if you don’t plan ahead. To make your Black Friday …
5 cheaper alternatives to a Thanksgiving turkey
Written by: Mia Taylor
Turkey may be the default choice for Thanksgiving but it’s not the only choice. Between the growing number of vegetarian, vegan and pescatarian eaters in the …
