A new rent-versus-buy calculatorMay 14, 2024
It is the biggest financial decision for many younger adults: Should I rent a home or buy one? The decision is especially difficult these days, with both interest rates and rents having risen in the past few years. […]
Some of the rules that protect wealthy savers’ bank deposits just changed. Here’s what to knowApril 9, 2024
If you have more than $250,000 in deposits at a bank, you may want to check that all of your money is insured by the federal government.
The Federal Insurance Deposit Corporation, or FDIC, implemented new requirements for deposit insurance for trust accounts starting April 1. […]
I’m a Financial Expert: 6 Misconceptions People Have About Their Credit ScoresMarch 25, 2024
Some aspects of money management can get confusing at times, and one area that many people struggle with is building credit. […]
Pay Off Your Mortgage Early or Invest?March 20, 2024
Higher safe yields in 2024 upend the old rules related to mortgage paydown. […]
An in-depth look at “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) payment services, including Affirm, Afterpay, Klarna, Sezzle, and ZipMarch 20, 2024
While installment payment apps are an increasingly popular way to make interest-free online purchases, consumers should read the fine print before they opt to “pay later,” as it could affect their credit scores. […]