January 25, 2024 Today’s job market is confusing to say the least. News sites publish headlines with big-name companies laying off staff, yet the unemployment rate is still relatively low. We’re only one month into the new year, and companies like American Airlines, iRobot, and Levi Strauss have announced major layoffs. While there have been layoffs recently, they […]
January 24, 2024 There are many benefits to owning a pet. Studies have shown that the bond between people and their pets is linked to several health benefits including decreased blood pressure, cholesterol, triglyceride levels, feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and symptoms of PTSD. Pet ownership has significantly increased over the past three decades, with 66% of U.S. households […]
November 13, 2023 Flight delays have been in the news a lot this year. There was that 18-hour mechanical delay that impacted Delta Air Lines passengers flying from DC and another delay impacting a flight leaving Las Vegas that had customers passing out from heat exhaustion. In June, hundreds of thousands of US airline customers were stranded due […]
October 30, 2023 Discover Simple Ways to Reduce Pet Expenses Our furry friends bring daily joy to our lives, from greeting us when we get home to being our cuddle buddies when we need them most. Being a pet owner is rewarding, but it also comes with financial responsibilities. From pet food and grooming fees to medical care […]
September 25, 2023 You have options when it comes to buying a car, with financing and leasing being the two most common. While many people consider leasing because it means not having to pay for car maintenance and repairs over time and getting to switch cars every few years, owning a car also has advantages. Here are three […]
September 22, 2023 Committing to a car payment is a significant fiscal responsibility that requires careful consideration and planning. from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Auto loan delinquencies are at their highest since the Great Recession. Planning for your car payment before you buy a car can help you avoid financial hardship. When faced with a […]
August 21, 2023 Unlocking the Power of Your Health Savings Account (HSA) Are you tired of paying for health insurance just to end up spending hundreds of dollars on medical expenses out of pocket? A Health Savings Account, or HSA, can help relieve some of the frustration and financial strain that comes with medical bills. About one in […]
June 19, 2023 Learn What Could Happen to Your Loan if Your Bank Fails In recent weeks, we have seen the highest-profile bank failures in the U.S. since the 2008 financial crisis. This has left many Americans worried about the state of the country’s banks and what could happen to their money and outstanding loans if their bank […]
February 13, 2023 Learn more about a personal loan for home improvements Some people purchase older homes, even though there are known issues, because they are cheaper. For many, especially during hot markets like the one that just occurred from 2020 to 2022, it’s the only way to buy a home. These homes may require things like a […]
January 28, 2023 If you’re looking to finance a car, here are the best ways to get the money you need. Car financing plays a big role in how Americans buy vehicles. It can be the difference between a person getting the car of their dreams versus settling for something less. About 35% of American adults relied on […]
December 13, 2022 Learn what the average funeral costs so you don’t get caught unprepared. A funeral is probably the last thing you want to financially plan for. However, a lack of planning could leave your loved ones in a poor financial situation as funerals can cost thousands of dollars. Knowing how much the average funeral costs and […]
August 9, 2022 Here’s what to do if your apartment floods. Your apartment floods, and it’s a nightmare. What you do next can impact how well you recover both emotionally and financially. Floods are the most common and costly natural disaster in the United States, according to The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Flooding has cost Americans more […]
