Ah, spring is finally here! The birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and the pollen—well, let’s not mention the pollen. As spring is finally coming into bloom, getting your home in order is probably in the back of everyone’s mind. A thorough spring cleaning can help you spruce up your home can also give …

Buying a home is a huge milestone. However, the process of closing on your home can easily turn into a nightmare. Having a plan will help you avoid common pitfalls. So without further ado, here are five steps to help you have a fast and easy home purchase. 1. Get Pre-approval You should establish your …

If your expectations of the perfect spring break are being squelched by a lack of funds, you don’t have to sit around at home watching reruns and eating cheesy microwavable dinners. Instead of shouldering the burden of dealing with debt this spring break, why not plan a ‘staycation’ instead? What Exactly Is a Staycation? A …

Frugality may be a desired trait in a business partner or an accountant, but it isn’t exactly sexy. Even if your current financial situation sends you digging under your couch cushions to tip the pizza guy, you can still take someone on a decent date without being a cheapskate. Here are a few tips to …

If you’re like the rest of us, then it’s hard for you to read or watch stories about professional athletes’ colossal paychecks without feeling a least a tad jealous. But just because someone makes a lot of money doesn’t necessarily mean they’re good with it. Take, for instance, these four athletes who were better at …

Money woes can easily put an end to all those daydreams of traveling to far-off places. Fortunately, with all the available resources at your disposal, it’s entirely possible to travel the world without going into debt. If you’re looking to branch out of the norm and expand your horizons, here are 10 ways you can …

Recently turned 30? Congratulations! You’re officially all grown up. So how much money do you have saved? According to a survey conducted by DailyFinance, the average 30-something has around $12,000 in savings. While most people would like to have a decent amount saved by the time they’re 30, many—if not most—30-year-olds are still struggling to …

Feeling the heat of dealing with debt this spring break? Instead of spending money you don’t have, why not save yourself some stress (and cash) by planning your vacation around a budget? In order to help you maximize your savings and make the most of your spring break, here are our top five travel apps …

St. Patrick’s Day can be one of the most expensive holidays of the year. With so many different festivities, parades, and other events happening, it’s easy to get carried away. Being able to enjoy St. Patty’s Day without spending a lot of money is about as easy as finding a four-leaf clover – it’s rare, …

Looking to buy a car? Whether you’re in the market for a new vehicle or a used one, it’s important that you get the best deal you can. Financing a car can be tricky, so here are a few tips to help you get the right deal for the lowest price. Going through the Pre-Approval …