You may not be able to give your loved ones a hug this year but you can give them a gift (or five). And you may be wondering whether it’s possible to earn rewards on all that spending. With travel at such a low ebb, it might seem like a tough time to earn travel…
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Refinishing hardwood floors can make old, worn surfaces look new again. In some cases, it’s the only way to restore damaged flooring to its original glory. But sanding and refinishing floors is costly, messy and time-consuming, and you want to be sure it’s the right…
2020 will go down in history for many things, but one thing it won’t be recognized for: being the easiest year to buy a first home. This year’s super-low mortgage rates have been enticing enough to persuade well-qualified, experienced buyers to brave a highly competitive…
Air Canada has relaunched its rewards program, and though it retained the Aeroplan name, quite a few aspects of the program have changed. One of these changes: the number of points required for award flights on Air Canada and its partners. While this transition closed the…
Maximizing the Citi Premier® Card takes some conscious effort. It is designed to appeal to travel enthusiasts, offering generous ThankYou Rewards on everyday travel purchases. In August, changes to its rewards program were introduced that can help some cardholders earn…
If you have a special child in your life, you may be wondering what to put under the tree this year. One long-lasting and truly meaningful way to show the child in your life that you care is by taking a few minutes to set up a UGMA/UTMA account and give them a leg up in…
How to Make Passive Income with These 12 Passive Income Ideas
Try a quick Google search like, “how many millennials are broke?” and you’ll probably find a concerning list of headlines: “Are Millennials the Brokest or Richest Generation?”, “Millennials Aren’t…
Many of us know what we’re supposed to do when it comes to basic money management – spend less than you earn, save an emergency fund, and invest for retirement. However, establishing good habits is always easier said than done.
Money management, like many…
Building profitable websites has never been easier.
One of the distinct advantages is that these websites can be created with just a bit of knowledge and very little start-up capital. In most cases, all that’s needed is a domain name and hosting account, which can be…
So you want to make a little extra money on the side through the internet? Well, you came to the right place.
While billions of dollars are generated online daily, the funny thing is that the “average” internet user really has no idea why or how this is…
Easy Budget App Functions (4 Things You Didn’t Know a Budget App Could Do)
December 1, 2020
Budgeting is simpler with a mobile app.
Budget apps make managing finances a lot easier. Where budget software for your home computer took away the burden of keeping track of everything on paper, budget apps make the software portable. Now you don’t have to be at home…
You’ll sometimes see references to Medicare Part C. This is just another name for Medicare Advantage, which is an all-in-one alternative to Original Medicare — meaning it replaces Medicare Part A (hospital coverage), Medicare Part B (medical insurance) and often Medicare…
Rather than shopping in department stores and visiting Santa at the mall, this year’s holiday season is going to look a little different. You’ll likely be spending more time with your closest loved ones and exchanging gifts you ordered online. With the events of…
Loan forgiveness is a trade-off. It’s about incentivizing graduates to work in low paying or otherwise undesirable positions in exchange for erasing or significantly reducing their student loan balance. Without these programs, important community institutions would be…
A popular perk of certain Marriott credit cards is the free night certificate that cardholders earn every year by renewing their card membership. But using those certificates can be a challenge — especially during the pandemic. Holders of the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless™…
If you’re looking for a business travel rewards card with a $0 annual fee, you should consider The Blue Business® Plus Credit Card from American Express. This card packs in a lot of value, with an easy-to-understand rewards program that lets you earn American Express…
Any time you fly, you have to decide between checked baggage vs. carry-on — or both. Many factors go into the decision, including where you’re going, how long you’ll be gone and who’s traveling with you. And now, with the pandemic having an impact on nearly every…
Ahhh 2020 — what a year! If you’re like most people, 2020 has not gone quite as you expected it, way back in January. Tens of millions of people (or more) have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, either physically, emotionally, or financially. And while there have…
This year took so many twists and turns we haven’t been able to keep count– often leaving us in complete overwhelm with a whirlwind of thoughts and emotions. Grief, anxiety, and sheer disappointment are just a handful that comes to mind when we reflect on the endless…
Frontier Airlines is an ultra-low-cost carrier, typically offering very low base fares with no extras. If you want to choose your own seat, bring a checked or carry-on bag, or the flexibility to change or cancel your flight, you will need to pay extra. So Frontier’s…
