With travel costs rising, planning a vacation can seem more stressful. An estimated 35% of Americans are likely to go into credit card debt for the sake of a vacation, but avoiding this unnecessary debt could be as simple as staying at or close to home. A well-planned, budget-friendly staycation can give you a break from your day-to-day life without …
So, you’re a young adult looking toward one of the most crucial moments of your life—your education after high school—and you’re wondering how best to prepare your finances for college. Your parents believe that sending you to college is an investment in your future, and you strongly agree. They may have some money saved, but you’ve also decided to start …
Romance in the air, distant ringing bells, and a heavy celebratory mood. These are the things you imagine as the love of your life proposes. There’s one problem, though. You’ve never planned a wedding, and the possible cost of such a celebration begins to dawn on you. Don’t let your worries ruin your excitement because we have tips for planning …
Soon, it’ll be the time of the year when that familiar itch of “out with the old and in with the new” becomes ever more present. Yes, spring cleaning. As you think about how much clearer your head will be as you declutter, remember to think about all the benefits of clearing things out. So, before throwing away that magenta, chiffon dress …
The early years of the French colony, La Nouvelle Orleans, were tough, fraught with disease, and a particularly humid climate that few Frenchmen were accustomed to. The men who lived in the colony made careers out of exploring, fur trapping, and trading, an industry that found booming success in the 18th century. Among all this, something was missing. Something that …
Did you know the average cost to secure a solid jump start in your sweet baby’s future at a public 4-year college is roughly $20,000 per year? The yearly cost quickly totals about $100,000 or more in guaranteed future expenses. Kids are expensive, yes! But they are also single-handedly the best investment towards your legacy. Therefore, saving for their future …
