by Matt Reinstetle, Rachel Christian, CEPF®It’s the night before your big job interview. You’ve done your due diligence researching the company, the position and the people conducting the interview. You’re ready.But how will you respond when the hiring manager asks, “Do you have any questions for me?”This part of the job interview is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impression that sets you apart from other candidates.You should come
by JoEllen SchilkeContributorGetting a college degree is an expensive proposition. Students can get a lot out of the college experience, and one of the returns for the cost is hopefully a decent job.But the college major has a lot to do with getting a good-paying job. Of course, everyone has to pick the course of study that suits them but it might help to know about the best college majors
by Veronica MatthewsContributor Don’t have $1,000 to spend on an 18-inch vintage nautical pendant light or $4,000 for a textured linen weave chaise lounge? Such mind-bending prices may make you think you have no business stepping foot inside a Restoration Hardware gallery. But if you know a few hacks and tips, you can experience the thrill of bringing home a perfect piece from a cult favorite store, and still pay
by Jenna LimbachContributor Do you have a few old phones sitting in a drawer? Or maybe your DVD collection is gathering dust while you stream your favorite movies? You could try selling your old electronics and retro-format media through an online marketplace, but you might not get what your items are worth. Instead of waiting around for someone to message you about your old PS3, you could get a fast,
by Nicole Dow, Timothy MooreSix of the 10 costliest hurricanes on record in the United States have happened in the last five years. In 2021, hurricanes led to 68 deaths in the U.S., and Hurricane Ida alone damaged as many as 212,000 cars.Just four years earlier, Irma and Harvey took out roughly four times as many vehicles.The takeaway? Everyone at risk should have a hurricane preparedness plan ready to roll
by Nicole DowSenior WriterThe cost of living is going up and up thanks to inflation, which is the highest it’s been in 40 years.You’ve likely felt the pinch at the grocery store, at the gas station and when buying … virtually anything.If you’re looking to stabilize your rising costs, you’re going to have to think a bit differently about the way you shop.Here are a dozen savings tips to help
by Michael ArchambaultSenior Writer As gas prices continue to soar upward, many Americans are asking how they can find the cheapest — or most affordable — fuel in their area. Well, we’ve got the answer for you. And it isn’t a list of different apps to try. It’s a single excellent app: GasBuddy. GasBuddy is available for both iOS and Android and allows drivers to find the least expensive gas
Real Answers for Life’s Money Challengesby Robin Hartill, CFP®Senior EditorI have been working since the age of 14. I am now 45 with two (almost) adults, living at home still and attending college. I have been a single mom for the past 10 years and my kids’ sole provider. For a good portion of my life, I was low-income. It’s only been in about the last 10 years that I haven’t
by Cassidy Alexander Gold prices are expected to hover around $1,800 per ounce for summer 2022. That’s down slightly from a record high earlier this year, but still tops typical prices.Even better news: The price per ounce is expected to hit $2,500 by the end of 2022.Which means this could be a good time to sell your gold jewelry if you’re looking for some extra cash. That tangle of chains
by Nicole DowSenior WriterBack-to-school shopping may be exciting for the kids who get new gear, but less so for the parents who have to pay for it all.A survey from the National Retail Federation found that parents with kids in elementary through high school planned to spend an average of $848.90 on clothing, electronics and school supplies in 2021, the most recent year available.Some shoppers will get a little relief
