Money

  • Do You Need to Buy Rental Car Insurance?

    Whether you’re renting a car for a day or an entire week, you’ve probably had a friend or relative tell you to waive the offered insurance. “Your credit card has it covered,” they’ll say. Plus, doesn’t your car insurance also…

  • What Are the Best Free Resources for Learning Personal Finance?

    From 401(k)s to the monthly budget, personal finance can be a dull and difficult subject to master. Countless articles and paid and free courses tackle the matter from a variety of angles, each aiming to help knowledge-seekers get a better…

  • Should You Head Outside the City for Cheaper Gas?

    Have you ever made a U-turn to reach the gas station on the other side of the street because the price is cheaper than at the one straight ahead? But is driving out of the way in search of cheap…

  • Do Business Travelers Need Travel Insurance?

    Travel insurance is popular among families planning vacations, but is extra insurance a smart move if you’re a business traveler? As an employee traveling on business, your company likely holds a policy that covers you. If you’re self-employed, however, the…

  • Is Free Money Worth It?

    You’ve no doubt received a flyer in the mail or seen the billboards: Open a new checking account with us and receive $100 cash! Sounds like a deal, to be sure, and perhaps you’ve been considering switching banks anyway. But…

  • Save an Easy $100 by Unplugging These Devices

    Just because the TV is turned off doesn’t mean it isn’t consuming energy. Millions and millions of watts of “phantom energy” are used every day by unsuspecting electric customers. When the next utility bill arrives, think about how the family…