What Do I Need to Know About Renters’ Insurance?
March 10, 2014

What Do I Need to Know About Renters’ Insurance?

Although 35 percent of the U.S. population rents their home, a whopping 7 in 10 renters don’t have a renters’ insurance policy. PolicyGenius cofounder Francois de Lame says that renters are often hesitant to purchase a policy even though it’s often in their best interest to do so. Do you rent? Should you purchase a […]

by Briana Fabbri
The Basics About Homeowner Associations
March 5, 2014

The Basics About Homeowner Associations

If you’re looking to buy your first home, you might have run into properties that are part of a homeowner association (HOA). Although HOAs can come with a number of benefits (and a number of regulations), they can still drive buyers away just because of their intimidating nature. If you’re interested in an HOA property, […]

by Briana Fabbri
Suddenly Single: What Steps Should You Take if You’re Going Through a Breakup?
March 3, 2014

Suddenly Single: What Steps Should You Take if You’re Going Through a Breakup?

Divorce is a difficult process to go through on a psychological and emotional level, but it can also be a financially draining process. Whether a separation comes out of the blue, or a couple comes to the arrangement together, several steps need to be taken to get the financial separation underway. We spoke with a […]

by Briana Fabbri
Infographic: New Year…New You?
February 26, 2014

Infographic: New Year…New You?

Everyone has different motivations when it comes to making New Year’s resolutions. So, we decided to take a closer look at those motivations.

by Briana Fabbri
Contributing to Charity: What Do You Need to Know?
February 24, 2014

Contributing to Charity: What Do You Need to Know?

Although the holidays are over, you probably received plenty of emails and flyers asking for contributions to a variety of charities. If you live in a major city, you probably encounter nonprofit workers asking for donations all the time. Although you might feel the desire to give back to these deserving organizations, it’s not a […]

by Briana Fabbri
What Research Do You Need to Do Before Tackling That Remodel?
February 17, 2014

What Research Do You Need to Do Before Tackling That Remodel?

Whether you’ve purchased a fixer-upper or your expanding family requires it, you might have your sights set on a remodeling project. Although building out your house might be appealing, it’s also a huge undertaking and not one that should be rushed into. We spoke with home repair experts to find out what steps you should […]

by Briana Fabbri
When Do I Need to Sign Up for Life Insurance?
February 10, 2014

When Do I Need to Sign Up for Life Insurance?

Life insurance can certainly give your loved ones peace of mind in the event of your passing, but it’s not something that many young people consider purchasing. It can easily be put off until it is too late. So, when is it appropriate to start researching and purchasing life insurance? We spoke with some experts […]

by Briana Fabbri
What Is a 403(b) Plan?
February 5, 2014

What Is a 403(b) Plan?

When employees talk about retirement, there are often two different plans that come up: 401(k) and 403(b). Although you’ve probably heard of 401(k) plans, you might not be as familiar with 403(b) retirement plans. Let’s remove the confusion and intimidation surrounding 403(b)s right now. What is a 403(b)? Unlike 401(k) plans, which are for private-sector […]

by Briana Fabbri
How to Improve Your Credit
January 31, 2014

How to Improve Your Credit

If you’re interested in improving your credit, you’ve come to the right place. This whitepaper will provide you with an understanding of credit and credit scores, as well as the tools you need to understand how to build good credit. This document is designed to take you from knowing little or nothing about credit to […]

by Briana Fabbri
The Benefits of Planning Your Spring Break Getaway Early
January 29, 2014

The Benefits of Planning Your Spring Break Getaway Early

The early bird gets the worm, but can the same be said for travelers wanting to take a spring break vacation? If your family is planning to get away this spring, but also hoping to avoid the beaches full of college students, how should you schedule your plans? We asked Mark Kahler, About.com’s Budget Travel […]

by Briana Fabbri

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