Your online identity is probably worth a lot to you. To thieves, not so much. For $1,170, a thief can illegally buy the entirety of the average person’s stolen personal information on the dark web, according to a review of fraud-related listings by the VPN review site TOP10VPN. That’s relatively cheap, considering that it includes […]

Embarking on a home improvement project is both exciting and stressful.Dont let one of these common mistakes spoil the fun Dont rush! Large scale projects take months. Plan accordingly and build in several weeks for curve balls. Miscommunication. Tensions can run high, so find out the best way to stay in touch with your contractor […]

For many people, mornings are stressful, even chaotic. Rushing and feeling anxious first thing in the morning can set a negative tone for the rest of the day. Some simple (but important) changes can make a world of difference. Prepare for the Day AheadYou can eliminate much of your morning stress by taking care of […]

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Building good credit in college is one of the best financial moves students can make. Having good credit allows them to qualify for loans, rental applications, auto insurance, phone plans and can help them get a job. Being responsible with credit is the best way to establish and improve a credit score. For college students […]

If you’ve just graduated from college, this is the perfect time to establish smart financial habits. With hopefully a full-time job awaiting, this is the time to establish habits you’ll continue throughout your life. Where to start? It’s likely you’ve racked up some student loan debt. The good news is that federal student loans come […]

Your shower should be one of the cleanest spots in your house, but due to the constant presence of moisture, this can be tough. Try the following clean-shower hacks: – Keep a spray bottle of water and vinegar in your shower and spritz after your daily rinse. – A rubber squeegee”not unlike the ones you […]

Compromise is an important part of marriage. From deciding how much to spend on a new living room set to what to watch on TV tonight, compromise is constant. It can also be a big part of retirement conversations. While agreeing on the financial and logistical issues around retirement is great if you can get […]

Other than your Social Security number, birthdays are one of the worst things to share online when registering for an account. If youve also given up your mothers maiden name, you might as well give online thieves a link to your bank account with the password. Stealing your identity is how scammers open fake credit […]

Are you interested in the idea of minimalism, but unsure of where to start? Consider the following… Get your family on board. You’re fighting a losing battle if only one person in your household wants to minimize. Chat with your spouse, kids or roommate about why a minimalistic home space is important. Once everyone is […]