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Texas cost of living in 2023

Even popular Lone Star State cities like Dallas are surprisingly affordable.

5 min read May 22, 2023
The impact of student loans on mental health

Student loans are often a necessity for college, but they can take a toll.

4 min read May 22, 2023
Sell your house fast in Arizona

Many Arizona homeowners are trying to capitalize on the housing market.

7 min read May 22, 2023
Housing market heat shifts to Southeast

Metro areas in Georgia, Tennessee, Florida and North Carolina top the Housing Heat Index.

8 min read May 22, 2023
‘We buy houses’ companies in Arizona

Many cash-homebuying companies operate in the Grand Canyon State.

5 min read May 20, 2023
Florida cost of living in 2023

Florida’s beaches and sunshine lure plenty of new residents, keeping living costs high.

5 min read May 19, 2023
1099 vs. W-2 employee

Misclassifying a worker has consequences. Make sure you know the difference.

4 min read May 19, 2023
How to convert factor rates to interest rates

Learn two methods to convert factor rates to interest rates to more easily compare business loans.

4 min read May 19, 2023
How much does it cost to install laminate flooring?

A lot less than real hardwood. But it offers less ROI, too.

7 min read May 19, 2023
Changing gender on your driver’s license

According to a 2022 survey from Pew Research, more than 5% of adults under age 30 identify as transgender or non-binary. That equates to roughly 1.6% of the American population between the ages of 30-49. [...]

13 min read May 19, 2023
The best way to sell a house

There’s no single “best” way to buy a house, but there are ways to help maximize your efforts.

5 min read May 19, 2023
Credit card balances match record high in Q1 2023

Americans’ credit card balances plateaued at a record high in early 2023, the first time in two decades they didn’t fall during the first quarter of the year.

3 min read May 19, 2023
What is a bull market and what does it mean for investors?

The length of a bull market can vary widely — some just months, while others can last years.

5 min read May 18, 2023
Amex Green Card increases welcome offer to 60,000 points, plus 20% back on travel and transit

Learn more about the Amex Green Card’s new welcome offer and whether this card is worth applying for — plus other valuable information on card benefits.

2 min read May 18, 2023
What is a prospectus?

Read this important document before deciding whether to make an investment.

3 min read May 18, 2023
Ending soon: Chase Sapphire Preferred Card increases its sign-up bonus to 80,000 points

The Chase Sapphire Preferred Card has a new welcome bonus worth 80,000 points.

2 min read May 18, 2023
Financial planning essentials for young families

Try to focus on things like upping your retirement contributions and building a solid budget to stay on track.

3 min read May 18, 2023
Are you eligible for financial aid?

Many students think they won’t qualify for financial aid, but they may be surprised.

4 min read May 17, 2023
CSS Profile vs. FAFSA: What’s the difference?

Should you fill out both the FAFSA and the CSS Profile? That depends on your school.

4 min read May 17, 2023
How to check your student loan balance

Finding your student loan balance is important for a few reasons.

4 min read May 17, 2023

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