Q: I’m planning to renovate my house, and I’m wondering about my financing options. What’s the best way to pay for a home improvement project?
A: Home renovations can breathe new life into your living space, enhance your property’s value and customize your home to satisfy your unique needs. Whether you’re upgrading the kitchen, adding a new room or tackling long-overdue repairs, funding the project can be the most significant consideration. Fortunately, there are financially responsible ways to pay for a home renovation.
It’s tax refund season! How are you going to be spending the pile of cash Uncle Sam’s giving back?
Of course, you can use some of your tax refund to indulge responsibly. If you’ve been wanting to buy yourself a new something special for a while, or to spend on an experience you generally cannot afford, by all means, allow yourself to use some of your tax refund for your chosen treat. Indulging occasionally and mindfully can prevent feelings of deprivation and can actually help you manage your money better.
However, before you go out and blow your full refund on a sinfully expensive weekend, take a step back and try to determine the most financially responsible approach you can take with this money. Instead of spending all the funds on short-term indulgences, consider using some of them to improve your overall financial wellness. To help you get started, we’ve compiled this list of eight financially responsible ways to use your tax refund this year.
In 2022, Phyllis Wiseberg, a 90-year-old widow lost $20,000 when cybercriminals withdrew the money from her account. Her story, shared by the National Council on Aging, is devastating, but unfortunately not uncommon. Financial exploitation is a reality many seniors face, especially in the age of online scams. Here are actions you can take to help financially safeguard your loved ones.
The Great Depression took place nearly 100 years ago, but those who lived through it passed down financial advice and habits they learned. Here are a few of those lessons.
