How to refinance to pay off a mortgage faster
There are many reasons that a refinance can help you improve your financial picture. And real financial security comes from having a home with no mortgage. Here’s how to pay off a mortgage faster.
What Do You Do if You Have Been Denied Car Insurance?
Auto insurance is required in the US. But it's very difficult for some people to get car insurance, either because of high-risk factors or a poor driving record. So what you do if you can't get car insurance or if you're denied by your traditional carrier?
Want low property taxes? Then head to these lower-cost cities
Properties taxes increased by 4 percent nationwide last year, but the upward trend wasn’t unilateral. In fact, according to new data, some cities saw property tax rates as low as 0.35 percent last year.
Rents jump in most of the country’s biggest cities
It’s getting harder and harder to be a renter, it seems. According to new data, rents are now up in 92 percent of the country’s largest cities.
Second Careers for Adults Over 50
Tom was a 67 year-old retiree who at first enjoyed his new found freedom but Tom soon became bored. And he missed being around people. And a sense of purpose.
Where home prices have slowed the most — and one state where prices actually dropped
With the median home price hitting $300,000 for the first time ever last week, choosing your location wisely has never been so important when buying a house. Fortunately, according to new data, there are still a few U.S. locales where home prices are affordable — or even dropping.
How to Plan Your National Parks Vacation
If you love vacations full of nature and incredible sights, a trip to one or more of our glorious national parks might be just right for you. All across the country, you can experience the land as it once was through the preservation efforts of the National Parks Service.
When Is It Smart to Pay for Car Damage Out of Pocket?
There are plenty of times when an auto accident means you should file an insurance claim, particularly if the costs will be very high. But there are times when it might be more convenient, both in terms of paperwork and costs, to just pay for any repair costs out of pocket. Let’s go over how to determine when it’s smarter to pay for car damage out-of-pocket.
Major Auto Insurance Companies – What You Need to Know
Let's take a look at the major insurance companies that provide coverage for home, auto, and more.
QUICK TIP: Are you paying for unnecessary car insurance?
Auto insurance is mandated by most states, but how much you actually buy beyond the minimum -- that's up to you.