Charity and volunteerism are two key factors that keep our society going. However, sometimes, people use charities as a scam. People might go door to door claiming to be raising money for a charity, but instead be keeping the money for themselves. If you are wondering if a charity is a scam take the time […]
6 Steps to Starting a Home-Based Business That Will Succeed
A home based business is something that some people do not think is a viable way to make money. In older generations, to make money, you needed to get out of the house and actually do something to earn a living. Some people understand that better than others but the Internet and technology has changed […]
10 Items Lying Around That Could Be Worth Money
There are so many items out there that are just lying around and nobody pays them any attention. However, there are so many stories of people who find things that are actually worth something. Many items that are found are worth something because they are old and hold some kind of antique value. These are […]
I’m Trying to Figure out my Health Coverage. Rant ahead.
Health expenses are very expensive for people who can not afford insurance. Insurance is great but it is a cost that some people cannot budget for. In the minds of a lot of people, health insurance is something that is a necessity due to the emergencies that pop up all throughout life. Within your own […]
Getting Married? The 3 Insurance Gaps Every Couple Should Know
Getting married is, and should be, a really fun time in the lives of the couple. It is exciting for them and they should feel happy about how it is going to be. First and foremost, you need to have insurance that makes sense for you. You want to make sure that you cover the […]
6 flood insurance myths debunked
Understanding how flood insurance works is really important. First and foremost, unless you live in an area where floods are very casual, do not spend money for a flood insurance policy. It is something that is not necessary and will cost you a pretty penny over a long period of time. Also, flood insurance will […]
Should you get cruise insurance? Yes, but …
When going on a cruise, it should be a fun and exciting time. It is something that everyone should do at least once in their lifetime and if you can take the family, then go for it! With that being said, having cruise insurance might not be a bad idea. Some people feel as if […]
Do You Really Need Rental Car Insurance? 8 Things to Know
There are hundreds of people who rent a car on a daily basis. Some people rent a car on a monthly basis and use the car as they see fit. It is a way to save money so that they do not have to go out and buy a car for themselves. In that, people […]
You’re Never Too Young To Start Saving For Retirement
Statistics show that less than half of U.S. citizens are ready for their own retirement. The numbers get worse when one looks at the Baby Boomer crowd, as those individuals are batting one out of three. Once concern, coloring the picture for younger savers, is the ubiquitous student loan, a millstone around many a millennial […]
Saving For Retirement? Here’s A Tip
Every year economic experts gather for an annual pow-wow in the beautiful state of Maine. Experts are currently in agreement that Americans approaching the crest of retirement are in a bit of a pickle. CDs and treasury notes are thin yielders at best lately. The staple of many soon to be retirees, the 401{k,} has […]