Personal Finance

Photo by Ruslan Galiullin / Shutterstock.com It may be called a “dishwasher,” but the handy kitchen appliance can clean a lot more than dishes. Think creatively when you’re on a cleaning spree, and you might be able to combine a number of washing tasks all thanks to that one handy …

When you’re a college student, your dollars don’t go far. After paying for tuition, rent, books and fees, you’re lucky if you have a few bucks left for a weekend night on the town. The last thing you want to do is pay too much for your college student car …

Your home is one of the largest purchases that you’ll make in your life. While buying a new home is a goal for many adults, few people are fortunate enough to be able to pay for a home in cash. If you’re buying a home, you’re probably going to need …

According to EducationData.org, the average cost of a four-year college education in the United States is $ 32,889. This amount has grown at an average rate of 5.2% per year over the past two decades, meaning that in 10 years at the same growth rate, students will face a cost …

While the year 2020 has been touch and go at points, the low interest rates it brought with it are certainly popular. Right now, 30-year mortgage rates are at a record-setting low, and refinancing is a bona fide trend. Most homeowners are itching to take advantage of those rates to …

Finding homeowners insurance can feel like a hassle, especially when most insurance commercials tell you they are the best option. We’ve selected five of the best home insurance in Illinois options to compare. To help you find the best Illinois home insurance, we use the SimpleScore. Read on to find …

bbernard / Shutterstock.com So, your retirement plan is to live on your Social Security? It might work. Much depends on the size of your checks and your lifestyle. Bear in mind, though, that the maximum you can expect to earn from Social Security in 2020 is about $ 3,000 a …

A reverse mortgage allows homeowners 62 years and older to tap the equity they have built up in their homes over the years. Reverse mortgage requirements are very different from the rules that cover traditional mortgages, and it’s essential to understand them before deciding to take out such a loan. …

Key findings Though most Americans plan to spend less or the same this Holiday, some are still feeling financial pressure.  22.5% of Americans say they feel pressured to spend more on gifts than they’re comfortable with, according to our latest survey (Nov 22, 2020) A previous survey from 2018 found …