By now, you’re probably used to hearing about shortages of every product under the sun. We’ve all lived through toilet paper shortages, lumber shortages, microchip shortages—and about a million others. The global supply chain has been a wreck since the pandemic began, and that’s spilled right on over to shoppers…
Study Summary 82% have noticed inflation’s impact on groceries and 66% have noticed higher prices at the gas pump. 21% say inflation has had a significant impact on their day-to-day finances. On average, those planning to spend on Christmas and the holidays are planning to spend $641. One-quarter plan to…
Whether you do sales for a living or have ever tried selling Girl Scout Cookies, you know selling is hard. And selling something as big as a house is even harder. That’s why online real estate companies like Zillow started “iBuying” services that make cash offers to home sellers who…
If your company gives you more than a spiral-cut ham for Christmas, count your blessings. A Christmas bonus can lead to big fun, but that doesn’t mean you have to splurge on a 60-inch TV or an in-ground swimming pool. Instead of adding another household gadget to your stash or…
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Okay guys, picture this: Your parents have worked hard their whole lives and have a nice little nest egg set aside to enjoy their retirement years. Then one day, someone calls or emails them from the IRS or somewhere else super official-sounding, and your parents share private financial info with…
Like it or not, winter is here (unless you live in Florida). And you know what that means—it’s time to brace yourself (and your budget) for a crazy high heating bill. Ugh. It’s no secret that paying to keep your whole house warm isn’t cheap, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways to save on…
Buying or selling a house is probably the biggest financial transaction you’ll ever make—after all, there are hundreds of thousands of dollars at stake. That’s a lot of money! Because buying or selling a house is so expensive and complicated (hello, paperwork!), having a good real estate agent in your corner…
Retirement is a time for you to enjoy what you love—whether that’s traveling, spending time with family, or serving your community. If you want to live your retirement dream, you need a plan. And knowing the best cities to retire can help you make your hard-earned dollars go farther when…
When it comes to car insurance, the age-old question is, How much car insurance do I need? Here’s a quick-and-dirty answer: You need $500,000 worth of liability insurance. That’s the type of auto coverage you’re legally required to have to drive anywhere. And that’s the bare minimum amount of coverage…
Ever wondered why we need so many acronyms to talk about health plans? There are a lot of letters! But look at it this way. It’s way easier to say PPO than preferred provider organization. Or HDHP instead of high deductible health plan. Shortening the names is a good start!…
You’ve seen it in every kind of movie from horror to comedy. A grieving family gathers around a lawyer’s desk for the reading of the will. In most of those movies, a greedy youngster is after an older relative’s wealth (Knives Out). Or the will forces an heir to change…
You need enough home insurance to completely rebuild your house and replace all your belongings. You should get a replacement cost homeowners policy. Don’t stop with a standard homeowners policy. Make sure you have all the extra coverage you may need if you live in disaster-prone areas. We’ve all flicked…
Key takeaways The job market has seen some cooling in 2024, but the outlook for recent graduates is still looking good. Consider looking for jobs in cities with lower unemployment rates and a better job outlook to have a better chance at finding a job when you graduate. Employers are…
These days, it’s easier than ever to shop online. After all, if I wanted to, I could order a night-light for my toilet and have it show up on my doorstep just a day or two later. (Okay, I actually did that. And it may have been the best $10…
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