You’ve been thinking of getting a new-to-you car for a while now. After all, you’ve been spending more in maintenance and repairs for your current car than what it’s worth. You start looking around, but you just can’t find a good car in your price range. Do you fork out more money than you planned, […]
When my husband and I were looking for homes seven years ago, the real estate agent told us over and over again that we were making an “investment.” Even at the time, I was skeptical of these claims. I couldn’t see how, when we’d be paying $500 more per month (over rent), plus taxes, maintenance, […]
Even though the recession has technically been over for a few years, the reality for many Americans is that it’s still hard to pay their bills, including their mortgages. While the number of home loans in distress has fallen in recent years, there are still a number of homes on the brink of foreclosure. Perhaps […]
At first I thought it was junk, since I didn’t know why else a medical center in Florida would be sending me mail. After opening the envelope and finding myself staring at a bill for $54, it suddenly came back to me. When my family was on vacation in Florida at the end of April, […]
As a personal finance blogger, I often advise my readers to reduce the cost of college by going to a state school or by starting their education at a community college. While I certainly believe these are great ways to get an education without breaking the bank, I also feel a little hypocritical for recommending […]
I’ve always had a love for personal finance. For me, creating budgets and crunching numbers is fun. So when I really got serious about improving my financial situation, I’d spend my free time reading personal finance books and blogs. Some authors wanted me to follow their financial advice to the letter. Others would just highlight […]
