5 Tips for Lending Money to Family and Friends

5 Tips for Lending Money to Family and Friends

Lending money to a friend or family member is risky business.  Although you don’t want to see them suffer, there’s always a possibility that you may not get your money back.  As a result, it may put a strain on your relationship.  According to LendingTree, 41% of...
Factors That Affect Car Insurance Rates

Factors That Affect Car Insurance Rates

The average cost of car insurance is $1,592 per year, according to NerdWallet.  But there are several things that can affect the rate you pay.  Every insurance company has their own formula for calculating a driver’s risk.  The riskier you appear to insurers, the more...
The Biggest Financial Regrets in America

The Biggest Financial Regrets in America

Everyone has made at least one financial decision they wish they could take back.  Whether it’s buying too much house, racking up too much debt or something else.  The good news is you can always bounce back.  Here are the biggest financial regrets in America and how...
Getting Your Finances Back on Track After COVID-19

Getting Your Finances Back on Track After COVID-19

2020 was a rough year financially for many people.  Some lost their jobs, saw their hours cut, or were forced to drop out of the workforce temporarily due to childcare issues.  Now that people are getting vaccinated and businesses are reopening, we’re starting to see...
6 of the Most In-Demand Jobs Right Now

6 of the Most In-Demand Jobs Right Now

The future is looking bright now that more people are getting vaccinated, and businesses are hiring.  If you’re searching for a new job, LinkedIn recently revealed the most in-demand jobs based on the number of postings on their website.  Here are some...
4 Financial Habits Worth Keeping When the Pandemic Ends

4 Financial Habits Worth Keeping When the Pandemic Ends

The pandemic has forced all of us to change our lives in some way, shape or form.  It’s affected the way people shop, travel, entertain themselves and spend their money.  A NerdWallet survey found that 85% of U.S. adults developed new money habits during the pandemic...