Surprisingly, 78% of Americans live paycheck-to-paycheck. If you’re one of them, there’s no point agonizing over it – do something about it instead. You Need a Budget, more commonly known simply as YNAB, can help you get there. Not only will it help you master the fine art of budgeting, but it will also enable […]
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The 7 “Weird” Types Of Insurance You Didn’t Know You Needed
Everyone knows about health insurance, car insurance, and life insurance; and for the most part, we think that’s all the coverage we need. What if I told you that there are several types of insurance you need that you don’t know about, and they are just as critical to have as the insurance you do […]
The Many Things I Learned Running (and Shutting Down) Kasai Media
I had the good fortune that my first foray into entrepreneurship was a success. Part of the reason had to do with low expectations – I didn’t start Bargaineering to strike it rich. I wanted to keep a journal, it expanded to share ways to save money, and eventually became popular enough to sell to […]
How to Background Check Your Specialty Consumer Reports
Do you know your credit score? I bet you probably do. I also bet you probably know how to get your credit report for free each year from each of the three major credit bureaus. The Fair Credit Reporting Act is the name most people are familiar with. But did you know that the Fair […]
Pocketsmith: Freemium Budgeting App with Balance Projections & a Budget Calendar
If you’re looking for a budgeting app, and one that does it better than just about any other, PocketSmith deserves a closer look. It doesn’t offer some of the add-on features that other budgeting software does (like investment management tools), but it’s comprehensive on the budgeting side. It enables you to forecast future account values […]
The Best Home Warranty Companies in 2020
Let’s face it, shopping for a home warranty probably ranks somewhere between an annual medical checkup and filing your taxes. And even after you decide, how do you know which are the best home warranty companies to deal with? While there are better things to do with your time, a good warranty can save you […]
Who Owns Stock in America? The Answer May Surprise You
One of the fascinating parts about the stock market is that practically everyone with an opinion about it is, more or less, right. Is it a good way to build wealth? Yes. Can it ruin fortunes? Also, yes. Is it a Ponzi scheme? Kind of, in the sense that part of the reason it keeps […]
BBVA USA Bank Review
BBVA USA Bank is fast becoming a worldwide name. Even though the company has branch locations in just seven U.S. states, the online banking world has become BBVA USA’s oyster. Thanks to a history of innovative leadership and some great products, BBVA Bank is becoming a recognized financial name to personal and business customers alike. […]
Which Store Credit Cards Are Worth Getting?
Store-branded credit cards are a funny bunch. Some store-branded credit cards are regular credit cards that you can use anywhere, they just have the retailer’s logo on it. Others are cards that can only be used within the store itself. They’re commonly referred to as open-loop (usable anywhere) and closed-loop (only in that family of […]
Vanguard Personal Advisor Services: Personal Financial Advice & Planning for Regular Investors
When it comes to Vanguard, it’s no secret I’m a fan. One of my first brokerage accounts was with Vanguard, back in 1998, and I could thank my dad for telling me about them (and the Roth IRA!). So when I say I’ve been a long-time Vanguard investor, I mean it. And as someone who […]
Capital One 360 New Account Bonus: Up to $500 Cash
Capital One is one of the most recognizable names in the financial world and Capital One 360 is their online banking arm. If you’re thinking about opening an account and want to know if they have any bonus offers – you’re in the right place. They offer up to $500 cash bonus for opening a […]