financial advice

The Reverse Mortgage Truth No One Wants to Say Out Loud Reverse mortgages are often portrayed as a financial lifeline for seniors, promising tax-free income and the ability to ... read the story

Dave Says: Love Your Enthusiasm, but That’s Not an Emergency Dear Dave, What do you think about the idea of taking money out of your emergency fund in order to pay off your home ear... read the story

Dave Says: All of Your Brain Means Both of You Dear Dave, My husband and I live in India. I’m from the States, and he was born here. When it comes to our finances, I... read the story

6 ATM Slip-Ups That Can Shut Down Your Debit Card in Seconds When you walk up to an ATM, you expect a straightforward transaction—insert your card, grab your cash, and move on. Bu... read the story

5 Ways To Deal With A Parent That Takes Out A Loan In Your Name Without Calling The Police Having a parent take out a loan in your name without your consent can be a deeply distressing experience. The betrayal o... read the story

Why Are People Still Making Excuses For Being Financially Illiterate? In today’s world, financial education is more accessible than ever before. Free resources, online courses, podcast... read the story

These Are The Worst Places to Hide Money (That You Didn’t Know Were Bad Ideas) Hiding money around the house might seem like a clever idea, but many common hiding spots are actually the first places ... read the story

7 Ways to Avoid Paying High Interest Rates on Your Credit Cards Credit cards can be useful financial tools, but they also have a dark side: sky-high interest rates that can quietly dra... read the story

Deceased Debt: Here’s How to Make It All Go Away When someone you love dies, your world can feel like it’s in pieces. Grief alone is overwhelming, but when bills s... read the story

Choose Wisely: Your Choice Of Where To Live Can Negatively Impact Your Finances Where someone lives doesn’t just shape their lifestyle. It can determine the trajectory of their financial future. Fro... read the story