Family Finances

For hundreds of kids and parents, there is hardly anything quite as exciting as the first day of school. For some kids, it marks the first milestone in the world of academia. For others, it marks the last time walking into a semester of scheduled education. But, for all the parents and guardians out there […]

‘Tis the season of sunny days, which means there is no better time to take a trip to the place of your dreams. Planning such a trip should be one of the best feelings, especially as it gets closer and closer to the planned dates. For many people, however, these vacations often end up as […]

The saying goes that when it rains, it pours, and when it comes to debt, that happens way too often. Millions of households are struggling to pay off their outstanding balances and are seeking unsecured debt relief. For those who have experienced a sudden loss of income, medical issues, or the loss of a spouse, […]

The kids are out of school, teachers are on a break, and you can finally plan set out on that vacation you’ve been planning for months. Within the past few years, however, American household debt has grown substantially, and many now owe more than $135,000 to lenders because of credit cards, loans, and mortgages. With […]

Spring is a time when residential contractors and big-box retailers of home goods are often their busiest. One of the main reasons is that homeowners are also at their busiest, updating their residences with a bevy of improvements that range from adding rooms to remodeling existing spaces. For many, the improvements are purchased with a […]

Summer is fast approaching, which means it is almost time for a trip to the beach, a vacation exploring a new part of the world, and endless weekends spent eating ice cream and venturing outdoors. As this warm and vibrant time of year gets closer, it becomes increasingly important to plan a way to avoid […]