Skyrocketing student loans are a debt mostly on the shoulders of millennials, the poorest generation, it has been argued. The possibility of debt write-offs, which is being heard more and more, has far-reaching economic and social consequences. However, is it enough to completely disregard a university placement? The answer is, of course not. The experience […]

The only way to be financially independent is to be debt free. Far too many people focus exclusively on retirement savings and don’t take debt into account when doing their retirement planning. Mortgages, credit cards, and student loan debt are at the top of the list. Yes, we said student loan debt. The over-60 crowd […]

You have just had a car accident, and you’re understandably shaken up. Maybe you’re injured, maybenot, but it’s an emotional and anxiety producing experience. It’s important to make smart choices right from the moment of the accident. You’ve undoubtedly heard all of the common sense advice about remaining calm, not volunteering information or admitting guilt, […]

If you cannot afford to buy a turn-key home, or if you’re someone who enjoys taking on a project, you may want to consider purchasing a “fixer-upper” property. Buying and renovating a home that needs significant work may seem like an overwhelming undertaking, but it’s a solid investment. Once you’ve put the work in to […]

Buying a home can be stressful. In fact, according to one study, moving is the most stressful life event. Throw in trying to obtain a mortgage and understanding the ins and outs of home buying, and moving somewhere new goes from exciting to overwhelming right away. While there are things you can do to make […]