It’s exhilarating when you finally catch on to the power and freedom that comes from saving money to pay for things rather than using credit cards and loans. But, unless you’re a professional, it can also be overwhelming as you try to keep multiple objects airborne without dropping one (or all) of them. Sure, you … Read more

For many of us buying a car is the second largest purchase that we’ll ever make. Since it often requires financing, it’s been compared to buying a home — which is commonly our first largest purchase in terms of total dollars spent. So you likely question yourself, “Can I buy a car with a credit … Read more

We often think of spring and summer when we think of home buying and selling. Additionally, we assume that selling a home is hard in the winter because of the thin market and fewer buyers. Research goes against the idea that winter is a bad time to sell, however. A report from Redfin from a … Read more

Making large purchases can be daunting. But if you have the best credit cards for large purchases, you can reduce the stress of juggling finances together for a large purchase and earn valuable rewards as well! In this article, we’ll be looking at a selection of the best credit cards that can be used for … Read more

The beginning of a new year is a time many people use to take a fresh look at their physical health, evaluate how well they kept to their fitness goals last year, and either renew them or take a different approach. The same process should apply to financial health. Looking at the good, bad, and … Read more

We all end up in situations where we have unexpected expenses. This subject is especially poignant for me this year because my husband asked for a divorce back in May, and that resulted in some major costs that I wasn’t expecting. I was fortunate in many ways, considering the situation. My ex wasn’t interested in … Read more

High limit credit cards can be a valuable tool if used responsibly. Use these cards to maximize rewards when making an expensive purchase. Credit cards are a great tool to keep in your wallet — as long as you don’t max out your limit. And this is where high limit cards can come in! Any … Read more

Choosing the best checking account can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. With so many online options available today, you have many options for no-fee accounts. But what if you want something more, like cash back? That’s also possible with accounts like Upgrade’s Rewards Checking Plus account. Upgrade has been around since 2016, … Read more

My method for setting resolutions has changed over the years. At first, I used to make lists of things I wanted to accomplish throughout the year. Then, as I realized I could rarely get through my laundry list, I began narrowing things down. I’d pick one big goal to work on for the whole year in … Read more