When I talk to would-be entrepreneurs and freelancers, the one recurring objection to leaving the 9-5 grind is the lack of affordable insurance. And with good reason! Americans without coverage through work (and even those WITH employer-sponsored coverage) can shell … Continue Reading
State law generally provides that your property will be passed to your heirs – usually your spouse, children, grandchildren, and parents. The laws involved in estate planning – known as “intestacy” laws – can be complicated, and vary from state … Continue Reading
There are few things more stressful than having a medical emergency come up while you’re uninsured. I would know, I’ve totally been there. I got married in college, my husband and I both had minimum wage jobs without benefits, and … Continue Reading
When you make the choice to finance a vehicle, you run the risk of that vehicle flipping upside down. And by upside down, I don’t mean wheels up — I mean when you owe more than the car is worth. … Continue Reading
A good credit score doesn’t just happen. If you want the good financial reputation that comes with a good credit score, you need to take an active role in managing your score. Here are 4 things you can do to … Continue Reading
Are you a tax procrastinator? April 15 – the deadline to file your tax return for the previous year – is coming faster than you think. But while you may still be struggling to get your finances organized to file … Continue Reading
Stuck with a massive monthly student loan payment? While that burden may be directly impacting your bottom line (like whether or not you buy store brand pasta for dinner or splurge for something more extravagant), it’s now impacting someone else’s … Continue Reading
