Articles

• Author: Alicia Cole
• Posted: 2025-03-21

When trouble hits and you need money fast, an emergency fund is the best place to source this money. But just as crucial as saving is where you keep that safety net cash. Here's a guide to the good spots for your stash and some that...

• Author: Jenny Wolff
• Posted: 2025-04-12

In today's world, being single is becoming more common. Over half of American adults are now single, a big jump from 22% back in 1950. When you're managing your money by yourself, there are both advantages and challenge...

• Author: Bryan Miller
• Posted: 2025-02-05

A new study has found that married people often end up wealthier and face less poverty in old age compared to people who are not married. This is becoming more important as more Americans are choosing to stay single. Even though only 4% of p...

• Author: Jessica Williams
• Posted: 2025-04-21

Finding yourself suddenly with a lot of money, like an inheritance, a successful investment, or a pay raise, can be life-changing.  But it's especially important to be smart about how you use that money, especially...

• Author: Alicia Cole
• Posted: 2025-02-23

There might come a time when you realize you can't keep up with your car payments. In this situation, you have the option of voluntary repossession, which means you give your car back to...

• Author: Ben Reilly
• Posted: 2025-02-26

Have you ever felt like your credit card's interest rate is too high? You might be surprised to learn that sometimes, all you need to do is ask your card issuer for a lower rate.  Although there's a chance...

• Author: Alicia Cole
• Posted: 2025-05-31

At 54, a woman named Kim finds herself without a retirement plan and with $12,000 in savings, wondering about her financial future. She sought advice from the renowned financial expert Suze Orm...

• Author: Jessica Williams
• Posted: 2025-02-12

Planning for retirement is a common aspiration for many working individuals. It is also a dream for couples who want to spend the rest of their life together in comfort. There are many ways to enjoy r...

• Author: Alicia Cole
• Posted: 2025-04-02

In today's economic climate, with concerns about job stability due to the influence of high interest rates and inflation, it's wise to prepare for possible unexpected unemployment.  ...

• Author: Miguel Waters
• Posted: 2025-05-20

A financial emergency refers to any unforeseen event that has significant financial implications for you. These situations are unexpected and can cause considerable stress, especially if you're unprepared. ...