June 1, 2016 | 1 Comment | Buying Home, Mortgage, Personal Finance, Planning
One of the most common questions that adults ask themselves is whether they should rent or buy the property that they’ll live in. The answer to this question will depend upon what your needs and expectations are, as well as what your current financial situation looks like. So should you be getting ready to take […]
May 25, 2016 | Post a Comment | Money Advice, Personal Finance, Planning
One of the big dilemmas facing car buyers is that there are so many different models to choose from, it can be hard to know which one would be the right choice, add to that equation the need to try and get the best possible deal on price, and you can easily get confused. If […]
May 18, 2016 | Post a Comment | Debt, Personal Finance, Planning
Dealing with numbers can seem daunting and difficult. A recent study by YouGov, for example, showed that one in six adults were embarrassed by how difficult they found even simple sums and one in five had to reach for a calculator to even muster the basics. Yet we all need a pretty basic grasp of […]
May 12, 2016 | Post a Comment | Personal Finance, Planning, Saving Tips
It doesn’t matter how good you’re at planning – there’s always the chance that you’ll find yourself a little strapped for cash when unexpected expenses arise. Though an emergency savings fund is always your best bet, research shows that more than one quarter of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. So what do you do […]
May 12, 2016 | Post a Comment | Personal Finance, Planning, Saving Tips
There’s a reason why automobile manufacturers press the importance of regular maintenance. And that reason is that routine vehicle maintenance is pivotal to the life of your car. Skip your regular maintenance appointments and the chances of major damage occurring skyrocket. Yet many people are tempted to skip out on this maintenance, largely for financial […]
May 5, 2016 | Post a Comment | Personal Finance, Planning
There are not many surprises when unearthing the options of renting a car. Most processes are the same, yet added costs are not immediately apparent. You could be more than displeased to find that the initial price did not include airport parking, seasonal spikes, drop-off charges, and more. Stay aware so you’re never caught off […]
May 5, 2016 | Post a Comment | Budgeting, Personal Finance, Planning, Saving Tips
Are you living from paycheck to paycheck trying to keep up with bills, living expenses, and debt repayments each month? Perhaps you’re trying to save money for that dream vacation or a deposit on a home? No matter what your financial goal is, it’s always possible to master your money and achieve the things you […]
April 29, 2016 | 1 Comment | Health Care, Personal Finance, Planning, Saving Tips
Do you have a dental discount plan or a dental insurance plan? It’s not always obvious, and most people do get confused about this. If you want to know what you have, or what you should buy, then here are some facts you should know about each. What Is Dental Insurance? If you want an […]
April 26, 2016 | Post a Comment | Personal Finance, Planning, Retirement
If you’re a millennial, providing elderly care for your parents may have crossed your mind at least once. However, you may still have a career to pursue, a home to build, and the world to see. This is why a lot of people resort to hiring a caregiver or sending their parents to a nursing […]
April 21, 2016 | Post a Comment | Personal Finance, Planning, Retirement
If you’re in a good job with a 401(k) plan and an employer who matches your contribution every month, then you may think you’ve got your retirement covered. After all, you’re already ahead of 68% of Americans, who according to a 2015 survey were not participating in any kind of employer-sponsored retirement plan at all. […]
April 21, 2016 | Post a Comment | Money Advice, Personal Finance, Planning, Saving Tips
You just bought a car, and you’re excited about the great times that you are about to have. Whether you’ve bought an old used VW bus from the 70s or a fun-to-drive Mustang, you’ll need insurance before you are allowed on the road. Getting it isn’t as simple as it may seem at first. While […]