Here's How Much The Average American Spends On Alcohol Each Year
In addition to how much Americans spend on alcohol purchases each year, we take a look at what they're spending their money on and how the market has changed.
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Can You Borrow Money From Chime?
Chime is a banking app, but Chime isn't a bank. It's a fintech company that partners with banks. Among its services is SpotMe. Here's how it works.
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This Is The Exact Time Romantic Partners Need To Share Their Credit Reports
Your credit report contains sensitive, highly personal information, but there will come a time when you will need to share it with your partner. Here's when.
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How Does The US Stamp Price Compare To The Rest Of The World?
The price of a Forever® stamp seems to increase regularly, but certain perspectives may change once consumers see how USPS mail prices compare with the world.
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What Is A Postnuptial Agreement And Why Might You Need One?
For couples who forgo signing a prenup before marriage, this financial conversation can still happen down the road in the form of a postnuptial agreement.
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Better Know Your Wallet: The Cost Of Financial Illiteracy Is Skyrocketing For One Big Reason
Not knowing about money matters can cost you, but there's one area in particular where a lack of financial literacy can result in an outsized mistake.
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What You Can Do If You Know Someone With A Gambling Problem
More and more Americans are gambling these days. As of 2023, there were 486 commercial casinos in the U.S., while sports betting is now legal in 38 states.
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Neglecting These Home Maintenance Red Flags Will Cost You A Fortune
Not tending to home maintenance issues in a timely manner could prove a costly mistake, as problems like a hole, stain, or noise won't resolve on their own.
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The Real Reason Our Historically Strong Economy Isn't Benefiting You
For those who feel they're missing out on the country's strong economic showing, we asked expert Jason Tartick to help us get to the bottom of why this may be.
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Think Twice Before Making That Extra Mortgage Payment. Here's Why
If a financial goal of yours is paying off your mortgage, then extra payments is a way to go. It's also important, though, to weigh the full financial picture.
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Who Cleans Out Foreclosed Homes?
Per ATTOM, foreclosures in 2023 represented 0.26% of U.S. housing. One thing to keep in mind when it comes to foreclosures: the dirty job of cleaning them out.
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What Is Gap Insurance And Why Is It Important?
If you finance a new vehicle (either to buy or lease), a type of insurance you may want to look into is gap insurance, short for "guaranteed asset protection."
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Clever Tricks To Save You Money At Home Depot
Home Depot is a great place to shop for home improvement supplies, and these tips will ensure you optimize your budget in the process.
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How Do Parlays Work In Sports Betting?
While you've likely heard of parlay bets, you may be less familiar with how they actually work; specifically, how these "multis" impact risk versus reward.
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Financial Advice From Jim Cramer You Should Be Listening To
It's no surprise that Jim Cramer of "Mad Money" may have a financial tip or two worth listening to. Here, we take a look at ways to save and invest, per Cramer.
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The Best Ways To Get Discounts On Your Prescriptions
Per a 2022 study, brand drugs in the U.S. cost three times that of comparison countries. For consumers, discounts on prescriptions can at least somewhat help.
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Do Smart Thermostats Actually Save You Money?
According to Statista, over 63 million U.S. households used smart devices, like thermostats, in 2023, and this number is projected to pass 103 million by 2028.
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The 5 Most Expensive States To Live In
While you can likely guess a few of the most expensive states, a few others might surprise you, as well as their reasons for having such a high cost of living.
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Things That Used To Be Free But Now Cost Money
Life is more expensive than ever these days, and that means you often have to pay for certain things that used to cost you nothing.
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Strange Ways People Go Completely Broke
Mismanagement of money is, of course, one way to lose it. Yet, there are other less-obvious ways people have lost their fortunes, offering lessons to learn.
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Are The AARP Membership Perks Actually Worth The Price?
In 1999, the American Association of Retired Persons changed its name to simply AARP and opened up its membership. Today, it has nearly 38 million members.
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How Much Do Americans Think They Need To Retire Comfortably?
In 2021, one in six Americans, or ~55.6 million, were aged 65 or older, per Census Bureau data. This number is expected to surpass 80 million by 2040.
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The Most Popular Myths About Buying A Home
When starting the homebuying process, it's important to debunk persistent myths. Things change, and what you may have thought to be true may no longer be.
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Are Pandora Premium Perks Actually Worth The Price?
When Pandora officially launched in 2005, it was a big name in a new space: internet radio. Today, it's still going, operating under a freemium business model.
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5 Crucial Warning Signs That You're Heading Toward Bankruptcy
Hundreds of thousands of people file for bankruptcy each year. To help avoid this option, we spoke with money expert Alaina Fingal on what to watch out for.
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The Average Date In America Costs More For Some Than Others
A typical dinner and a movie these days can easily cost more than $100. But fortunately, research has found people a lot more open to less-expensive date ideas.
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Genius Money Tips All Married Couples Need To Know
CFP, CDFA, and author Regina McCann Hess shared with Money Digest money tips for married couples, addressing credit and debt, taxes, and opportunities.
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