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Here are five ways to keep your last-minute shopping stress-free and inexpensive. 1. Order online and pick up in-store Don’t stress over delayed shipping or long holiday lines. Order online and choose in-store pickup so you can shop from home and grab your items the...

It's late October and almost Halloween, so clearly, it’s time to start thinking about the winter holidays. Some of you are reading this on your phone while waiting in line at Starbucks, preparing to buy your Pumpkin Spice Latte, but it’s about time to start thinking...

With summer winding down and autumn creeping in, are you ready for some fantasy football?! Drafting the best team and guiding them toward the championship takes knowledge, dedication, skill, and talent. But fantasy football is much more than just an exciting hobby—you...

Back-to-school season can get expensive—fast. Between new clothes, shoes, tech upgrades, extracurricular costs, and/or college dorm and apartment needs, the bills can pile up before you know it. There are times in life when the bills add up fast and you need cash...

Back-to-school season is around the corner, but the second-biggest shopping season of the year is shaping up to be more expensive than ever. No worries, though. You can trim your back-to-school spending and keep your budget intact. Here are 10 back-to-school hacks to...

Q: It’s summer, and the kids are off from school. We’ve finally got some real vacation time. I don’t want the next few months to disintegrate into video games and trash TV. How can I use the time off to help my family financially? A: Summer vacation is a...

Summer may be the most chill time of year for many, but it can also get super-expensive. The good news is, it doesn’t have to be this way. With a bit of planning and self-restraint, you can have the summer of a lifetime and your budget, too.  Here are six ways to plan...

When applying for a mortgage, you’ll see a lot of terms that can quickly get confusing. Let’s look at some key mortgage terms, what they mean, their significance, and when a homebuyer will see them.  Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) Definition- a deposit made by the buyer...

Some bills can’t be changed. For other bills, though, a little legwork can make a big difference in your monthly payment. Your car payment is a great example. Refinancing your vehicle loan can lead to a lower monthly payment, a shorter payment term or both! It depends...