Personal Finance

The older you get, the more you have to insure. First, it’s your car, then your home, then your life and the list goes on. These are all valuable things worth protecting, but the costs can add up. Americans saw their rates for homeowners insurance rise by more than 45% …

Stokkete / Shutterstock.com Everything is larger than life at Costco, Sam’s Club and BJ’s Wholesale Club. That includes product sizes, shelves and even the shopping carts. Whether you’re a family stocking the pantry on a budget or a soccer coach looking for post-game snacks in bulk, you can wheel some …

Millions of people are struggling with their mortgage payments. It’s true that the total number of loans in forbearance did decrease in December to 5.48%, but that doesn’t mean that people are out of the woods yet. According to the MBA, there are 2.7 million people in active forbearance, who …

If you have home and auto insurance, you may save money by bundling your policies. Most companies offer bundles that can save you an average of 10-25% on each policy. That’s nothing to sneeze at since AAA estimates that the average cost of car insurance is about $ 1,202 annually, …

Photo by Just Life / Shutterstock.com It’s fine to keep many things in your car. In fact, our cars can become storage areas for clothes, sports equipment and even snacks. But some things are likely to cause problems if left in a vehicle. They won’t respond well to extreme temperatures, …

Homeowners insurance may seem like an extra expense added to your mortgage each month, but you’re stuck with it since lenders make it a requirement. And with the average cost at $ 1,211, or about $ 100 a month, you may think everything in your home is covered. Unfortunately, this …

All that recent snowfall might have been beautiful in the moment, but it might be taking a toll on your home’s roof. If the weight of snow and ice has caused your roof to collapse, forcing you to file a claim with your homeowners insurance provider, you’re not alone. According …

Your house is not merely a brick-and-mortar structure. Besides providing you with shelter and privacy, your home also gives you a sense of identity and belonging. It is your sanctuary, keeping you secure and centered. And the best way to protect your abode is by getting it insured. Choosing a …

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RadioPublic | Stitcher | RSS Ever since I wrote my first book, “Life or Debt,” nearly 20 years ago, I’ve been trying to guide readers and viewers to a debt-free life. Why? Because debt is like a cancer that eats away …