Medical debt relief options
It may come as no surprise that Americans are stressed about medical debt and the rise of healthcare costs. With the average family insurance premium growing 54% in …
Why some drinks are called ‘hard’ alcohol or ‘spirits’
First of all, let’s look at the word “hard.” It’s an old Germanic word — so old that one of its first recorded uses is in …
4 savings goals to reach in 2021
But then you’re online window shopping and the “add to cart” button is all too easy to push. Or your friends want to check out a …
How teens can set a holiday budget
As the holiday shopping season officially begins next week, it’s time to break out the holiday music and sip on one of Starbucks’ famed peppermint mochas …
Money management for college students
Parents expect that their children will head off to college with concerns about fitting in, finding friends, and not failing classes. What they may not think …
15 great gifts for your favorite whiskey (and whisky) lover
Are you struggling to find the perfect, last-minute gift for the brown booze lover in your life? Whether it’s bourbon whiskey, Irish whiskey, Scotch whisky (or …
7 ways to manage your money if you can’t afford Christmas
The holiday season is here. For some, this is a wonderful and exciting time of the year. But for those who can’t afford Christmas, it can …
Conservative investing explained
Investing is sometimes equated with gambling: People can win or lose big, and the whole endeavor can seem like risky business. But not all investing is …
America’s 50 most beloved dog breeds
It’s easy to think you’ve got the best doggo in the world while you’re both cuddled up together under a blanket. When your pooch lets you …
Want a better immune system? Get better sleep
Taking vitamin C isn’t the only way to boost your immune system. Getting a good night’s sleep will also go a long way toward defending against illness. That’s …
7 ways you can profit from your credit card
Some people still think credit cards should be avoided at all costs. I happen to think they’re very wrong. Credit cards, used correctly, are convenient, useful, and …
Holiday deal-hunting tips for teen shoppers
While many Americans have already started getting into the holiday spirit, Black Friday and Cyber Monday marked the beginning of the holiday shopping season. Last year …
9 low-risk investments to consider for your portfolio
Editorial Note: The content of this article is based on the author’s opinions and recommendations alone and is not intended to be a source of investment …
How do negative interest rates work?
When you put money in the bank, the bank pays you interest. In exchange you allow them to lend out your cash to other bank customers. …
Why is it risky to invest in commodities?
Investors and savers are always looking for new ways to maximize their growth potential. But there’s one form of trading that’s been in existence long before …
13 cocktails that taste just like that vacation you had to cancel
If you’re like most people who had vacation plans in 2020, you canceled your trip due to the pandemic and have been pining for some travel …
The 25 best cities for remote teachers
Over the last year, teaching became a very different job. The limits of online learning exacerbated the difficult task of classroom behavior management and made it …
Ways to build wealth at any age
A down payment on your first home? A beach house where you can spend your golden years with your grandkids? Whatever your financial goals may be, …
Investing during a recession
Investing can be daunting even during the best of times—but when a recession hits, it can be that much more confusing. As stocks plummet in response …
Financial advisors: Are they worth the cost?
As with any relationship, the scope and depth of engaging with a financial advisor can vary significantly from one person to the next. One person may …
The best (and worst) ways to use your home equity
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25 amazing gifts for your favorite bacon lover
Over 268 million Americans consumed bacon in 2020, according to market research company Statista — which means there are officially quite a few bacon fans across the nation. If …
Buying a home with cash vs a mortgage
In some areas, there simply isn’t enough desirable housing available for the number of interested buyers — and, in these hot spots, buyers will likely find …
25 fun & simple things for your winter bucket list
Fall is nearly behind us, and it is now time to welcome the last (or the first) season of the year – Winter! Here at 25 fun …
Last-minute open enrollment tips for an unusual year
A year ago today, open enrollment may have been an afterthought, just another box to check off on your overflowing to-do-list. But not in 2020. As …
These recipes from the ‘Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook’ are officially magical
It’s no secret that Harry Potter is one of the most popular books and movie franchises of all time. Pinterest and Instagram are filled with Harry Potter crafts, …
Look out for these debt collection red flags
Maybe you’ve gotten the call: Someone says they are collecting on a debt you owe and if you don’t agree to pay on the spot, the …
HGTV star Ty Pennington’s Venice beach home is for sale
TV reality star Ty Pennington, known for changing people’s lives with his energetic personality on the original version of “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” is now looking to …
4 tips for repaying federal student loans
Even though common sense might suggest that repaying any loan should be straightforward—that all you have to do is send money until you don’t owe any …
APR: What it is & how it’s calculated
If you’ve ever taken out a loan or opened a credit card, you’ve likely seen the term Annual Percentage Rate, or APR. While this might seem …
