Not All Debt Is Bad
Debt has gotten a bad rap lately, and for good reason. American debt is burdensome. A number of well-respected financial self-help gurus...
The Other ‘Insurance’ Benefits You Can Count On
Most of us know about — and pay for — common types of insurance that protect us from financial risk. These include health insurance, auto...
The Middle of the Night Call – How to Protect Family Finances When Children Make Mistakes
If your children have reached adulthood, it’s likely that you’ve answered the phone and been surprised by upsetting news about a problem...
How to pay for school when you make a career change
A bad day at work can make anyone dream about switching jobs. But if those scattered thoughts form into a plan to change careers, you...
How to Calculate the Return on Your Investment
Despite files — or email folders — full of investment statements and reports, you still may not really be sure how much your money is...
Should I Pay for Home Renovations by Refinancing?
Low interest mortgage rates have given some homeowners the option to refinance their mortgage and free up extra cash, either through...