The correct age to write a will is for a large part dependent on individual circumstances. Once an individual crosses the age of 18, they are allowed to write their will but more often than not, there are things that happen in the course of a person’s life that can change one’s mind about wills. […]

Where might you find 11,841 people? If you’re having trouble picturing that number of people, it’s one-fourth of Wrigley Field. What place holds 11,841 people? Surprisingly, it’s an average square mile of Chicago. So how does it feel to share your square mile with 11,840 other people? Crowded? Of course it does. That’s what has […]

Showtime’s hit show, Shameless, returns for its 4th season next month on January 12th. The show stars Frank Gallagher, a hopeless and incapable human being, and his six uniquely diverse children. The always beautiful, Fiona, played by Emmy Rossum, is the oldest of Frank’s kids and the show’s breakout star. She takes a matriarchal role, […]

Most home budgets include the big stuff: rent/mortgage, food, utilities, etc. However, going a bit further and breaking down some of those line items can give you a better picture of exactly how you’re spending your money. Here are a few budget line items that most budgets don’t have, but should: Work expenses Whether you […]

Budgeting is a concept that every student grows to be familiar with and especially now with so many students relying on financial aid to help pay for their education. As college costs continue to rise year after year many students must not only work as a full-time student but often take on part-time jobs to […]

A home is a big investment for the future but the cost of living, at this moment, can cause a tremendous amount of stress if it’s breaking the bank. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to reduce, minimize, and cut-back on your way of living without making huge sacrifices to your […]

Most people have financial concerns especially during an economic downturn. To help out we have compiled 5 of the most common finance questions and answers: 1. What steps can I take when I first start saving? Answer: One of the first steps might be to put together a budget. You’ll need to know how much disposable […]

The guest author of this article and freelances for a blog that provides financial aid for single mothers that need help paying for college. Retirement is one fact which every individual has to understand. It doesn’t matter what you earn during your young and active days, but what really matters is how you will really […]

Marie Nelson is a financial writer, she writes article on debt, mortgage, real estate, foreclosure and provide apt advice to the consumers. She is associated with a financial community for last four years and helping the consumers to cope with their problems. Education is becoming very expensive these days. There are families where the parents […]

Recent statistics released from the mortgage industry show that nearly 50 percent of all mortgage applications during the last year have been rejected. While this rate is very high in comparison to previous years, it is a result of the current housing and financial markets statistics. This does not mean, however, that you cannot re-apply […]

Replacing the old and energy consuming appliances with new ones is necessary for an environment friendly lifestyle. It is not always easy to go out and buy new appliances but it should be done whenever replacement is required. Energy consuming appliances generate greenhouse gases which contribute to global warming. In addition, they also consume more […]