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A stressed couple sits on the couch reviewing financial paperwork because they have money problems.

How to Stop Ignoring Your Money Problems and Start Fixing Them

When you encounter financial problems, do you bury your head in the sand or face them head-on? Ignoring money problems seems easier at the time, … Read more

Image representing an adverse possession dispute. A miniature house stands in the center of a tiny seesaw. Tiny wooden figures representing the home owner and squatter sit at either end, while a person holds a magnifying glass up to the model to examine it.

Squat To Own: How Adverse Possession Laws Really Work

Think home ownership is out of reach? Think again! Squatting lets you take control of a house through adverse possession laws: no money down! But … Read more

A happy couple sitting on the couch reviewing financial statements to represent money conversations.

15 Money Conversations to Have Throughout Your Relationship for a Successful Partnership

How often do you talk money with your partner? If that question has you nervously side-eyeing your SO, who’s sitting right next to you but … Read more

A rear view of a family standing outside their home to represent why you need a home warranty.

Insurance Doesn’t Cover Everything – Do You Need a Home Warranty Too?

Buying a house is one of the most stressful events of our lives. It’s the most expensive item we will ever buy, and so much … Read more

Man sadly sitting in the outline of a tiny house, trying to make himself small enough to fit.

Homeownership Out of Reach for Younger Generations

News outlets abound with tales of generations in distress. Millennials are moving back in with parents at record rates; Gen Z will never be able … Read more

A happy couple putting money into a piggy bank together, to represent how to split costs in a relationship.

How to Split Costs in a Relationship to Keep it Fair for Everyone

You’re glowing with bliss. Your partner just asked you to move in with them! As the relationship moves forward and you discuss the joys of … Read more

Man wearing glasses. You can see the reflection of the computer screen on his face and in his glasses and he look serious like he's a hacker.

Prevent Identity Theft: 12 Ways To Protect Your Identity

Identity theft is a real problem. The best way to deal with identity theft is to prevent it from happening in the first place. Take … Read more

A woman nervously looks at her bills while holding cash, to represent someone who is house poor and can barely keep up with bills.

Feeling House Poor? There’s Hope! What it Means and How to Escape!

Owning a home is a dream come true for millions of Americans. However, many new homeowners quickly discover that their new house stretches their budgets … Read more

A couple looks at a fixer upper home, as a cartoon fills in the vision of what the home will look like after renovations.

12 Crucial Features To Examine Before Buying a Fixer Upper

Buying a fixer upper can either be a dream or a financial nightmare. If your heart is set on a handyman’s special, you must pay … Read more

What is money? A woman sits at a desk with money in her hand deep in thought.

What is Money? The Costly Way Your Thoughts Impact Your Financial Life

What is money? Technically speaking, money is a promise backed by the government. They create treasury notes and mint coins, assigning each a specific value … Read more