by Jamie Cattanach, Whitney Hansen When it comes to banking, most of us are just looking for something convenient and free … but it’s that much better when your checking account can actually help you earn money, too. For that, CIT Bank is your answer. If you’re willing to move to an online banking system — that is, one where your account is entirely online and you don’t have access
by Matt Matasci Quick Navigation Great Travel Freebies and Deals in 10 Must-Visit Cities Seattle San Francisco Los Angeles Las Vegas Santa Fe, New Mexico New Orleans Charleston, South Carolina Washington, D.C. New York City Chicago After a year and a half of travel restrictions, stay-at-home orders and individual health concerns, the world is opening back up and that’s music to the ears of those of us traveling again. But
by Nicole DowSenior WriterThe weather’s getting colder. The days are getting shorter. Before you know it, Christmas will be here.While you’re out shopping for gifts, it can be very tempting to add a bunch of holiday decorations to your cart to help get your home looking merry and bright. But the cost of Christmas decorations often gets overlooked when making your holiday budget — and you end up spending way
Real Answers for Life’s Money Challengesby Robin Hartill, CFP®Senior EditorWithin the last year as I’ve learned more about finances, I’ve realized that I grew up in a financially illiterate family, and so did my husband. Both of us grew up with poor but frugal parents, and our frugality has helped us manage so far. We have a credit card, but we pay it off every month. We’ve paid off our two
by Sarah Li-Cain SigFig is unlike robo-investors in that it works with partnering brokerage companies — Charles Schwab, Fidelity and TD Ameritrade. If you have existing funds with the first two brokerages, SigFig will manage your assets there. Otherwise, SigFig will open an account for you at TD Ameritrade. SigFig is a robo investing platform partnering with third-party brokerage firms — Charles Schwab, Fidelity, and TD Ameritrade. If you have
by Mike BrassfieldSenior WriterThe United Nations calls climate change “the defining crisis of our time.” In a culture obsessed with instant gratification — and with world leaders caught up in the politics of it all — the rest of us can be left feeling helpless about it. What exactly can we do to have an impact? Stick expensive solar panels on the roof? Switch to a plant-based diet? Take shorter showers? Of
by Jamie Cattanach, Robert BruceOne thing you can count on every Friday after Thanksgiving: There will be leftovers. For some people, that’s one of the best parts of turkey day.But even the most avid turkey sandwich enthusiast gets a little tired of them after a few days.Of course, “I’m sick of it” is no excuse to throw away perfectly good food.So before you’re tempted to toss the remains of your
by Lisa Rowan There’s no need to wait in long lines at crowded stores to snag the perfect holiday gifts at the best prices. All kinds of great deals can be found online.However, online shopping comes with its own perils when you’re trying to stick to a budget. Buying virtually makes it easy to buy a cartload of stuff in a few simple clicks — without really paying attention to
by Nicole DowSenior Writer Pleasing the little ones in your life around the holiday season can be quite the challenge. Their wish lists seem to go on and on, but you don’t have an unlimited amount of money to spend on gifts. You also don’t want their presents to be major duds. We’ve got a way for you to get holiday toys that won’t disappoint — without dipping into next
by Quinten Plummer For people who are drowning in credit card debt and dodging phone calls from creditors, it’s easy to feel trapped. Helpless.The truth is, many Americans are in the same predicament. But there are ways out, including debt relief.Take Kerry Smith, for instance. He was a Green Beret who did four combat tours in Iraq and four more in Afghanistan. He fought terrorists and insurgents, dodged grenades and
