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Around 25% of adults report that they haven’t read a book in the past year. That means no paperback novels, no e-books, and no audiobooks (because audiobooks definitely count as reading). That’s sort of understandable: After all, we’re all bombarded with social media and our phones in general, and we all have demanding schedules and […]

Choosing a bank is one important step everyone should take on their road to handling their personal finances well. Not all banks charge the same fees, or have the same interest rates, or even offer the same types of accounts. Just because your sister or your spouse loves a bank doesn’t mean it’s a great […]

In today’s world, having a credit history is incredibly important. Some people believe that never having credit means that they are doing the right thing, but having no credit history can make you look as bad as someone with bad credit because creditors have no idea what kind of borrower you will be. Credit histories […]

For many people, having a beautiful home means decorating for the season. Sure, decorating for the winter holidays is a widely accepted practice in western culture. Consumers spend billions upon billions on gifts and seasonal decor just for this one season! However, more and more people also want to decorate for the fall, spring, and […]

FIRE is an acronym that stands for “financial independence, retire early.” People often think FIRE is for people with high incomes who live a life of extreme frugality, saving and investing in passive income sources to help fund an extra-long retirement period. For lots of people, that is how FIRE works. But not everyone wants […]

These days, there seems to be a subscription service for just about everything. From streaming services to monthly subscription boxes filled with anything you could ever need or want, there’s something for everybody. These subscriptions can make great gifts, provide entertainment, or allow people to try out new products they may be interested in. It’s […]

It’s never a good sign when your car starts making a funny noise or an ominous dashboard light comes on. And we all know how the mileage can creep up on you until you suddenly realize that you should’ve had the oil changed weeks ago. But when these things happen to you, you don’t have […]

Many people make New Year’s resolutions about money, deciding that this will be the year they save money or pay off debt. But why wait until January to start saving money? There’s no particular magic about starting at the first of the year that’s likely to make you a more successful saver. What is likely […]

So you’ve done it! You’ve cut the cord and canceled cable. According to USA Today, you can expect to save around $60/month. That’s money you can save for a vacation or fund whatever adventures make you happiest. And not to worry, you haven’t condemned yourself to a life without great television and cozy movie nights. […]

Whether you own or lease the vehicle that you drive, it’s your responsibility to not only operate it safely but to also maintain it properly. Unfortunately, not everyone understands the importance of this. In fact, if you’re like many other busy individuals, it’s often too easy to procrastinate, forget, or simply skip out on routine […]