When the pandemic hit the U.S. earlier this year, many worried that the housing market would be drastically affected. After all, millions of Americans have been laid off since the outbreak of the virus and many businesses shuttered after stay-at-home orders were put...
Have you ever read a book or magazine profile about someone wealthy and felt a little jealous? Or maybe you’ve felt envious of a social media influencer or “self-made” entrepreneur talking about their latest trip to Bali or their private chef. Envy, disillusionment,...
We’re halfway into 2020 and the coronavirus pandemic has undeniably changed our lives. As we adjust to our “new normal,” it’s easy to focus on those changes. But it’s important to think about the bigger picture, too. What does your career look like now, and what will...
Whether your child is starting college virtually or going on campus this fall, you may be thinking of giving them a credit card to cover their expenses. But what if they don’t have any credit history yet? What are your options for helping your child build credit?...
Many retirees launch second careers, also called bridge jobs, when they reach retirement. In 2019, a survey found that almost 40% of those who retire were going back to work. Some launched second careers because their retirement was not what they expected. Many...
Housing costs and general cost of living vary from state to state, but the average retiree spends about $16,700 per year on housing alone, as of 2019. That includes mortgage or rent payments, insurance, property taxes, and maintenance and repairs, but not utility...
