Category: Personal Finance

Of course, your credit rating is important, mainly because bad credit can make your life difficult . However, as the author of articles on personal […]

We all have goals that we are working on, and at some point you may reach a financial plateau with those goals . During this […]

If you live in a big city, chances are that house prices can vary greatly depending on the area. If you are looking to buy […]

You will never want to miss any debt payment, but student loans are tricky. Credit.com editor Constance Brinkley-Badgett explains why a student loan late payment […]

Most of us don’t have a healthy relationship with money. We think of it as an enemy – something that constantly gets in our way, […]

Money is just a tool , but sometimes it’s hard to understand. Money is the main source of stress for many people, and the fact […]

Food prices have dropped 1.6% from last year, according to the USDA. The USDA has compiled several food items that are expected to continue to […]

Get ready for a price hike from United Parcel Service (UPS). The company recently announced that ground, air and international fares will rise by about […]

If you usually get a lot of tax refunds, it might be time to fix that. The IRS announced that the 2016 tax refunds might […]

Contrary to popular belief, real estate hardly outstrips inflation over time. On the other hand, it is difficult to make such generalizations, because in some […]

To get the most out of your money, you must spend on what you like, not just like it. Easier said than done, of course, […]

Starting in January, we have been challenging each month as part of the one-year Lifehacker Ultimate Money Challenge . This month we’re taking on a […]

In high school, my Spanish teacher was retired but said he enjoyed working, so he continued teaching part-time. Then I thought he was crazy, but […]

Your credit card interest rate is not just an arbitrary number. It depends on a number of different factors and Credit.com breaks them down. According […]

As an Airbnb host, Lyft driver, or anyone else who makes money from the sharing economy, you probably have tax issues at some point. The […]

Some saving habits pay off more than others, and that goes for saving tools as well. For example, some discount sites are often more of […]

It is important to earn a solid loan because your life can be difficult without it. To help your adult child get credit, ask them […]

It’s probably safe to assume that no one has ever received rich clipping coupons. However, this does not mean that saving money is a waste […]

We all love credit card cashback rewards and free rides , but not all are fans. Many business owners actually pay a commission to help […]

Job interviews and job reviews can be intimidating, and it’s tempting to break the ice with a little humor. However, if your sense of humor […]

Impulsive spending can be an insidious little budget destroyer. We all know this and there is no shortage of tips to fix it. However, if […]

If you are having trouble paying off your student loan, there are relief options . For example, the program of forgiveness of loans to public […]

In general, if you have children, you have someone to look after you after your golden years. However, not everyone has children, and if you […]

Whether it’s the font setting in a Word document or the food served for lunch in the cafeteria, the defaults can make a big difference. […]

Contrary to popular belief, being frugal is about more than saving money. It’s about making the most of your resources, including your time and effort. […]

I have a good reputation – now my mark is close to 800. Great, right? Except, of course, for that awesome loan, which was actually […]

Sometimes shit just happens and you lose your job through no fault of your own . However, companies also fire employees strategically, so if you’re […]

Disney isn’t cheap, so if you’re planning a trip, you can make the most of your money. Disney Gift Cards are a smart option to […]

If you are not ready for this, home ownership can be a serious financial burden . When the burden becomes so overwhelming that consumers are […]

It can be difficult to feel in control when your financial situation sucks, but control is absolutely essential to getting your finances in order . […]

Duty-free weekends have been a back-to-school tradition in many states for years. However, more and more states are canceling these holidays. That’s why. Some states […]

Ting is already one of our favorite out-of-contract phone operators and today the company announced a price change, making them an even more attractive option. […]

It’s easy to mindlessly waste money on unnecessary nonsense, but sometimes we waste money on things we don’t even need . To avoid this, conduct […]

When you pay for something super expensive, your budget is immediately hit. But there are smaller, finer costs that get more expensive over time. Trulya […]

When you budget, you usually organize your finances based on the days you get paid and the days when the bills are due. If your […]

It is quite difficult to manage your money while receiving a stable, regular income. When your income changes from month to month as a freelancer […]

There is nothing wrong with a little pleasure. Sometimes, however, we indulge to the point where we no longer even enjoy it. Maybe it’s shopping […]

The stock market can have stable returns over time, but this is less predictable in the short term. For this reason, experts recommend the “five-year […]

This year we invited you to bargain on your bills , curb impulsive spending, and even save for retirement . Many of you have saved […]

Bonus miles are misleading. They are not always based on how many miles you fly, and rewards do not equal miles either. There are tools […]