As Americans struggle to manage their financial burdens, countless financial gurus scream, “Pay your debts ASAP!” Not all debt is equal. Some types of debt are considered good debt, and you may have several debts far worse than your mortgage. This is just one of several factors to consider as you determine whether paying your […]
While the Federal Reserve expects an annual inflation rate of two percent yearly, sometimes inflation runs away and starts to climb to nine or ten percent or higher. In 2022, inflation jumped to the highest rate Americans had seen since 1981. Almost overnight, gas and food prices soared, making it hard for low-income families to […]
What items are on your wish list? Do you keep a list of all the places you want to see before you pass away? Or perhaps it’s a list of the places you want to go in the upcoming years. You go to a lot of places that alter your life. Some are mystical, some […]
Are you planning a weekend getaway to Black Mountain, NC, and looking for the best things to do there? Well, you’re in for a treat! Located about 15 minutes east of Asheville, Black Mountain offers a small-town ambiance ideal for a relaxing weekend. The town was named after the historic train station, the Black Mountain […]
These days, it seems like everything costs more than it should. Household debt rose by $184 billion in Q1 2024, signaling that rising prices are pushing more and more Americans further from financial freedom—or even solvency. Surveying the landscape of increasing prices, some disparities between items’ and services’ costs and values are more glaring than […]
Chase Bank is currently offering a whopping 75,000 ($750) bonus points to new recipients of the Chase Sapphire Preferred or the Chase Sapphire Reserve card. Both cards offer a variety of travel-related point bonuses and complimentary access to services like DashPass and Instacart+. The Chase Sapphire Preferred has a $95 annual fee, and additional authorized […]
There are many great places to take an affordable holiday in Greece, both on the mainland or on one of the many islands connected to the culturally and historically significant country. One of the most popular is undoubtedly Corfu, with the most recent figures suggesting that more than 1.8 million people visited the island in […]
Are you planning a trip to Summerville, SC, and looking for the best things to do there? No worries! You’ve come to the right place! Nestled in the heart of the charming Lowcountry of South Carolina, Summerville is known for its rich history, natural beauty, and an abundance of family-friendly activities. The Ashley River enhances […]
Is there anything that is really “free” these days? Between constant headlines of inflation and rent increases and paying for what seems like everything, where can we get a break? The chance to breathe without swiping a credit card or forking over the remnants of our hard-earned cash? Though the title “poor” or low-income suggests […]
Retirement should be a time of relaxation and enjoyment – but financial stress can often rain on your parade if you’re unprepared. You’ve worked hard all your life; now it’s time to enjoy the fruits of your labor. But what happens when those fruits aren’t as sweet as you thought? The reality is that certain […]
