Make your passwords virtually impenetrable
We know that banking and shopping online can be very safe as long as we take necessary precautions. But one of the best ways...
Rent or own? What’s the best choice when you’re retired?
According to The Motley Fool1, despite the many benefits of homeownership, the US rental market has seen a steady increase since 2007, and people...
10 simple ways to save gas
Gas prices fluctuate seasonally and when the available supply of gasoline increases and decreases, sometimes filling your tank is fairly affordable, and other times...
Waste not, want not! Save money by reducing food waste
Americans are throwing out an astounding $165 billion worth of food every year. That’s roughly 40% of what they buy, and it amounts to...
Insure your love
“Life is for living, and you must live on.” With those sweet words to his small daughter who has fallen asleep in her bed,...
Ditch the plastic: go cash-only this month
Once upon a time, cash was the only way to pay for things you needed. In the 1920s, some stores and oil companies began...
Lofty goals: how to save for something big
Whether it’s a car, a family vacation, college tuition or home renovations, those big-ticket items can sometimes seem like financial impossibilities. But with careful...
Tips for living well on a tight budget
When you’re a senior on a fixed income, a student on a budget, or a family with strained resources, it can be challenging to...