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Worried About Losing Your Job? Take These Steps Now
Worried About Losing Your Job? Take These Steps Now
Get an early start to make the most of an unsettling situation. Here’s where to start.
August 7, 2020
7 Ways to Save Money When Shopping Online
7 Ways to Save Money When Shopping Online
Shopping online has long been a popular option. In these times, it’s increasingly a must. Here’s how to save money when filling your cart with the cli…
August 7, 2020
How to Avoid a Charity Scam
How to Avoid a Charity Scam
Scammers never quit, even when you're trying to be altruistic. But you can avoid getting duped if you do your homework.
August 7, 2020
Tax-Free Weekend Savings from August 7 to 9
Tax-Free Weekend Savings from August 7 to 9
Florida, Iowa, Maryland, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia are holding (or starting) 2020 sales tax holidays t…
August 7, 2020
The Insurance Company Denied My Claim. What Should I Do?
The Insurance Company Denied My Claim. What Should I Do?
A lawyer specializing in insurance bad faith law explains why this happens, and outlines how to fight back.
August 6, 2020
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Sales Tax Holidays in 2020
Sales Tax Holidays in 2020
Sixteen states are having sales tax holidays this year. If you plan your shopping around these tax-free periods, you can save big on back-to-school cl…
August 4, 2020
3 Reasons Why 2020 May Be the Greatest Giving Year Ever
3 Reasons Why 2020 May Be the Greatest Giving Year Ever
The COVID-19 pandemic is proving that we’re a nation of givers. Here’s why and some tips on how you can best do your part as well.
August 3, 2020
Why You Might Still Need Life Insurance in Your 50s and 60s
Why You Might Still Need Life Insurance in Your 50s and 60s
Thought you were past all that by this age? Well, if you have a mortgage that would be tough for your spouse to pay off or grown children you are supp…
August 3, 2020
The 2020 Election and Your Money
The 2020 Election and Your Money
We’ve assessed how the presidential candidates’ stances on financial issues will affect your wallet.
July 31, 2020
6 Money-Smart Ways to Spend Your Stimulus Check
6 Money-Smart Ways to Spend Your Stimulus Check
If you don't have to use your stimulus check for basic necessities, consider putting the money to work for you. You'll thank yourself later.
July 30, 2020
Can Your Boss Make You Go Back to Work?
Can Your Boss Make You Go Back to Work?
Even if you don’t have legal protections, you may be able to negotiate with your boss.
July 30, 2020
Doug Glanville Offers Insight on Racial Divisions
Doug Glanville Offers Insight on Racial Divisions
Doug Glanville says baseball can provide a great example of teamwork, fairness and communication for the U.S.
July 30, 2020
5 Great Places to Buy a Vacation Home
5 Great Places to Buy a Vacation Home
With remote work on the rise, more people are looking for a permanent getaway.
July 30, 2020
Timely Reasons to Buy a Vacation Home
Timely Reasons to Buy a Vacation Home
With remote work on the rise, more people are looking for a permanent getaway.
July 30, 2020
Emergency Funds: How to Get Started
Emergency Funds: How to Get Started
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for how much you’ll need.
July 30, 2020
Time for an Insurance Review
Time for an Insurance Review
You may need to update your policies in light of COVID-19.
July 30, 2020
College During COVID
College During COVID
Students and their families must be ready to adapt to the changes in the way they attend—and possibly pay for—college.
July 30, 2020
Travel Rewards Cards Offer New Perks
Travel Rewards Cards Offer New Perks
Credit card issuers expand benefits to justify the annual fees.
July 30, 2020
Former Baseball Player Doug Glanville Opens Up About Race, Sports During a Pandemic, and His Transition to a New Career
Former Baseball Player Doug Glanville Opens Up About Race, Sports During a Pandemic, and His Transition to a New Career
This ex-baseball player is using his background to bring understanding and advocate for change.
July 30, 2020
The Finances of Homeschooling Your Kids: What It Costs, Tax Breaks, More
The Finances of Homeschooling Your Kids: What It Costs, Tax Breaks, More
If you're contemplating homeschooling for the 2020-2021 school year and beyond, consider these 10 things -- from surprising homeschooling costs to pot…
July 30, 2020
Good News: COVID-19’s Social Distancing Seems to Cure FOMO
Good News: COVID-19’s Social Distancing Seems to Cure FOMO
Fear of missing out can put you in debt, but social distancing means no one’s missing out on anything these days. Financially, that’s great news, espe…
July 29, 2020
Insurance Question: Say Rioters Destroy My Business, Am I Covered?
Insurance Question: Say Rioters Destroy My Business, Am I Covered?
If you ask your broker, the answer may be no. But don’t just accept that response. Know what your policy covers, and how to protect yourself.
July 29, 2020
COVID-19 Stage 2: Prepare Your Portfolio and Your Life
COVID-19 Stage 2: Prepare Your Portfolio and Your Life
It’s time to face the music. The effects of this pandemic are going to be more long-lasting than we may have first thought.
July 29, 2020
How COVID-19 Is Changing the Way Families Save for College Costs
How COVID-19 Is Changing the Way Families Save for College Costs
CollegeFinance.com's Kevin Walker joins our Your Money's Worth podcast to discuss how the global health pandemic is impacting the way families plan a…
July 28, 2020
Whole Life Insurance … Love It or Leave It?
Whole Life Insurance … Love It or Leave It?
Low interest rates can be bad news for these types of policies. Here are 3 reasons why now is a good time to review your policy with an in-force illus…
July 27, 2020