Tips to Turn Buying a Home into a Reality

Tips to Turn Buying a Home into a Reality Homeownership seems more out of reach than ever for many Americans, especially for those who have been waiting for real estate prices to drop. But there are still multiple ways to buy a home right now, or to position yourself...

Spread Holiday Cheer Without Breaking the Bank

Spread Holiday Cheer Without Breaking the Bank During last year’s holiday season, 35% of Americans took on an average of $1,549 of new debt, according to a report from LendingTree.com. Here are some steps to consider that will let you spread holiday cheer in...

Spend Less with These 5 Money Tips

Spend Less with These 5 Money Tips Government data shows that record inflation from the last few years started to slow down throughout 2023, but much of the damage has already been done. Every bill we pay and purchase we make costs more now, from insurance to...

2024 Social Security Changes

2024 Social Security Changes 2024 Social SecurityFind out how your benefits have changed Average Retirement BenefitsStarting January 2024 Average Benefits – All Workers 2024: $1,907/mo (+$80) 2023: $1,827/mo Maximum Benefits for Workers Retiring at Full...

Tips to Be Money Smart with Your Vehicle

Tips to Be Money Smart with Your Vehicle The average new car payment surged to $725 per month at the beginning of 2023, compared to an average of $650 per month throughout all of 2022, according to Experian’s State of the Automotive Finance Market Report for...

Your Online Identity is Not Your Own!

Your Online Identity is Not Your Own! Here’s how companies use information about you and what you can do to protect it One of the most valuable things you own is YOU. Your identity and related information includes the basics – where you live, your age, and...