BaLL LunLa / Shutterstock.com Buying a home is often seen as a major milestone in finances and in life. However, even after you buy a home, you might be surprised to discover that it’s not as affordable as you thought. Here’s what you need to know about several common, but often overlooked, homeowner costs before … Read more

Nicoleta Ionescu / Shutterstock.com Costco’s buyers must be busy — although I’m a frequent shopper, the warehouse store is always full of items I’ve never seen there before. From Lego Advent calendars to giant jars packed full of biscotti, I’m always tempted to toss a new product or 10 into my cart. But just because … Read more

If you are among the 32 million Americans with osteoarthritis — the most common form of arthritis — chances are good that you take pain relievers to feel better. But a new study suggests that taking a certain type of medications may backfire. Taking drugs such as ibuprofen and naproxen for osteoarthritis may worsen inflammation … Read more

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Life insurance is about making final provisions for your loved ones in the event of your death. But there’s more involved in those provisions than just life insurance. And that’s where Fabric by Gerber Life can help. Not only does Fabric offer life insurance policies – and some of the largest available anywhere – but … Read more

While the best savings accounts used to come from traditional brick-and-mortar institutions, this is no longer the case at all. The reality is, many online banks and fintech companies offer savings accounts with lower fees (or no fees) these days, and their interest rates are much more competitive than you’ll find elsewhere. Don’t believe me? … Read more

When you’re a teenager or a young adult, buying car insurance is rarely fun or affordable. This is true for anyone trying to add coverage to a parent’s existing policy, but it’s even more true for young adults who need to find cheap car insurance on their own. That said, the best car insurance for … Read more

The vast majority of Americans need life insurance. But with so many different insurance policies and providers, how can you find the right life insurance policy for you and your family? Sproutt Insurance is trying to help by putting a unique spin on the insurance application process. Sproutt doesn’t sell its own insurance policies – … Read more

If you’re looking for an affordable term life insurance policy that you can obtain quickly, you need to check out Ladder Life. Their streamlined online application can have you approved in a matter of minutes. And according to Ladder Life, many applications are approved without a medical exam requirement. In this Ladder Life review, I’ll … Read more

There are many ways to build long-term wealth without an actual J-O-B. Having enough income-producing assets working in your favor can make it possible to “live rich” – or at least get by – without ever having to clock in for an employer again. It’s why you see all kinds of wealthy people retiring early … Read more