The big money reason you may want to finalize your divorce before 2019
If you are in the process of getting divorced, there’s a big financial reason to make the separation official by the end of 2018. Following the …
Check out these winners from the Goodguys Rod & Custom Association
The 21st annual Southwest Nationals in Scottsdale, Arizona, marked the end of another full calendar season for the Goodguys Rod and Custom Association. More than 3,000 …
How Google Maps fooled me into thinking I had Springsteen tickets
Google and Facebook often do spooky things, without our informed consent. Recently, Google seemed to possibly ruin a holiday surprise for me … but ended up …
Tornado hits Illinois collector car dealership rebuilt after 2017 fire
In the summer of 2017, Country Classic Cars in Staunton, Illinois, was devastated by a fire, but the Noel family re-opened the dealership earlier this year. …
10 essential tips for buying the right business
Acquisition entrepreneurship is a way to combine the playbooks of both the investor and the entrepreneur, with the potential to gain the best of both worlds. …
A financial checklist for your first year in the workforce
Congratulations! You just got your first job — and your first paycheck as a full-time worker is on its way. You’re an adult. You’re independent. And …
5 holiday travel traps & how to avoid them
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 …
Senate bill takes up cause to save historic Route 66
A bipartisan bill that would designate Route 66 a National Historic Trail (and provide more funding for preservation) has been introduced in the U.S. Senate. “By …
8 ways to add a little tech to your Hanukkah celebration
There are still several nights of Hanukkah left to celebrate.with loved ones as you light nightly candles on the menorah. Consider adding some of these smartphone apps …
These cities just became more friendly for homebuyers
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 …
6 ways to manage money in your 20s
Your 20s are an exciting time. You’ve likely graduated from college, started your first real-world job and are making decisions on your own. While your adult …
15 ways to protect your home (& yourself) this winter
Winter weather can take a toll on a house. Frozen water pipes, icy walkways and sudden windstorms that send tree branches ripping through your roof are …
How Type 2 diabetics can get term life insurance
It’s a common assumption that if you are diabetic, you cannot get life insurance. Fortunately, that is a mistaken assumption in many cases. There are policies …
How Hilton Head became a top auto show
The long-forecast rain finally arrived Sunday afternoon, shortening the awards ceremonies at the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance in South Carolina. The weather had little effect …
Buy hard: ’54 Chevy truck built for Bruce Willis heads to auction
A custom 1954 Chevrolet 3100 truck built for action movie star Bruce Willis will hit the Barrett-Jackson auction block in January. According to the auction listing, the truck …
What are credit reporting agencies?
When you think about your credit report, do you ever wonder who’s compiling all of this information about you and why? How did the idea to …
How to buy life insurance for people who are ill
Just because you have poor health doesn’t mean that you can’t get the life insurance you need. I usually get an e-mail at least once a …
The 13 most expensive U.S. metro areas for raising a baby
Everyone knows that having a baby is incredibly expensive, from delivery or adoption costs to outfitting a household with strollers, bottles, cribs and layettes. But even …
How to take time off if you’re self-employed
Taking time off when you’re self-employed is a challenge. Whether you’re jetting off on a tropical vacation for a week or enjoying a break for the …
5 smart ways to discuss student debt when dating
Having serious debt is among the biggest romantic deal breakers, according to a 2017 survey from SoFi, second only to being a workaholic. If you have …
8 strategies for uncovering your customers’ emotional goals
As a marketer, if you don’t use messaging to activate your consumer’s goals — especially their higher-order, non-conscious goals — you can’t empathize with their hearts’ …
How to plan the best time to buy rental property
Depreciation, mortgage insurance and other factors can affect owning a rental property. In fact, if you’re financing another property while you have a mortgaged rental space …
5 holiday nightmares that can break the bank
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — weeks of hustle and bustle, spending time with friends and family, giving and receiving, and eating to …
How to tap Apple Music through your Amazon Echo products
Apple Music is coming to Amazon devices for the first time. Announced on November 30, Apple’s move is surprising considering its walled-garden approach to tech. Beginning …
How Trump’s tariffs could affect your holiday shopping
Over the course of 2018, President Donald Trump’s administration has imposed tariffs on more than $200 billion worth of Chinese goods, targeting almost 6,000 products. The …
Add a sprinkle of color to your holidays with this $8 cookie recipe
When the holidays come around, we all start thinking about cookies. I have been eating and making cookies since I was little. A favorite custom my …
Driving-while-shopping & driving high newest road hazards
Even if you don’t live in a climate where weather makes winter driving more dangerous, there are a few new threats that can jeopardize your road …
How to make extra money with skills you already have
It’s mind-blowing that more people don’t use the common skills and resources they already have to make significant extra income. As you’ll see, this can be …
How many bank accounts should I have?
If you’re asking yourself how many bank accounts you should have, I can almost guarantee that you have too many already. While this may seem like …
10 holiday shopping tips for going big, not broke
Ever since I was little, my family had a gift closet — a place where you could keep potential gifts throughout the year. I use one …
