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We all have someone in our lives like them. People who just seem to be a little too much in love with themselves and focused only on their personal needs. Known as narcissists, they typically seem to make many things self-focused and how they can benefit. Many narcissists often have similar traits. … [Read more...] about Spotting the Red Flags: 11 Frequent Traits of Narcissists

We're often told that as you age you become wiser. Looking at our representatives in Washington, D.C., you might assume there's a substantial amount of wisdom. As more  elected officials are aging, it's understandable why many voters might want someone younger to run the country. Even if it's … [Read more...] about 10 Aging Politicians That Need to Make Way for the Next Generation

Credit card debt is something a lot of Americans struggle with in life. According to CNBC, 56 million Americans have been in debt for over a year. Worse yet, half of Americans carry balances on their credit cards monthly. Credit card debt can make it exceedingly difficult to achieve financial goals. … [Read more...] about 11 Legit Ways to Say Goodbye to Credit Card Debt For Good

Making wise financial decisions becomes more vital as you grow age. If you are in your 50s, you may feel like retirement is more than a decade away, so you can afford to make some mistakes. Unfortunately, that becomes increasingly more expensive as you progress in your 50s. Acting with wisdom is … [Read more...] about 12 Expensive Money Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make in Your 50s

Seinfeld is one of the most popular TV shows of all time. In fact, Rolling Stone listed it as the third best sitcom in TV history, behind Cheers and The Simpsons. Although the series ended over 25 years ago, devoted fans still stream it on the regular. Nevertheless, what fans will tell you is that … [Read more...] about 12 Seinfeld Episodes That You’ll Regret Watching

We all make mistakes, especially when it comes to managing our money. Despite our desire to stay on track, it's easy for most to be guilty of an expensive misstep. If we're not careful, we can develop bad money habits that can keep us from achieving our financial goals. These are 15 bad habits to … [Read more...] about 15 Bad Money Habits That Can Sabotage Your Financial Goals

It's always tragic when someone passes away before their time. You're left at guessing what they would do in life and how they would impact the world. This is also true of celebrities, chiefly those adored by many fans. Here are 13 movie stars, musicians, or celebrities that we lost too … [Read more...] about 13 Beloved Celebrities Who Died Before Their Time

A car loan is not something most people like to have. However, over 40 percent of Americans have a monthly auto loan payment according to GoBankingRates. And, many people pay more than $500 a month for their car payment. That can be taxing to most budgets. Thankfully, there are options to pay off a … [Read more...] about 10 Real Ways to Pay Off Your Car Loan in Half the Time

A good credit score is a key part of being financially stable. Although it's not a foolproof system, it's vital to do what you can to boost it as much as possible. Improving it as much as possible usually results in lower interest rates when you need to borrow money. On the flip side, a bad score … [Read more...] about 14 Common Credit Score Myths That Can Ruin Your Finances

Mention California and you're likely to hear a range of responses. Some people are uncaring about the state, while others absolutely loathe it and blame the state for many of the ills in our nation. I have been married to a native Californian for nearly half of my life, and know that some of the … [Read more...] about Opinions Unveiled: 11 Honest Things People Often Dislike About Californians

Going to the grocery store is an increasingly painful experience for many American families. Prices increased over the past few years, with the U.S. Department of Agriculture reporting they went up by 5.8 percent in 2023. However, if you're the shopper for your family you may feel that it's even … [Read more...] about 12 Grocery Store Ripoffs That Can Cost You Big Bucks

Retirement is commonly thought of as when you get to do things you've wanted to do for years. Unfortunately, many of those things you want to do often cost a pretty penny. This is in addition to the typical expenses that arise during your golden years. It's vital to make wise financial decisions … [Read more...] about 13 Ruinous Money Mistakes it’s Essential to Avoid in Retirement

Passive income is considered by many to be the holy grail of personal finance. It inspires thoughts of laying on a beach, sipping on a drink with a tiny umbrella, and doing what you want in life. While that kind of life may not be attainable for all, building multiple streams of income is a … [Read more...] about 13 Legit Passive Income Ideas That Let You Make Money in Your Sleep

We've all been there - you look at your checking account and realize you have little to show for your spending. Furthermore, you have a week until you receive your next paycheck. Many of us have been there at one time or another, or you may even be currently facing it. You know you need to stop … [Read more...] about 10 Avoidable Ways You May Be Wasting Money Every Day

The world is full of breathtaking destinations to travel to and enjoy. While some of these locations are remote, other locales are easily accessible for most. Reports indicate many Americans are looking to increase their travel time in 2024. If that's you, here are 22 incredible destinations to … [Read more...] about 22 Spectacular Destinations You’ll Regret Not Visiting Sooner

If you ask movie watchers who there favorite actors are, you'll inevitably receive a range of answers. However, if you were to assess answers you're likely to see a handful of actors and actresses that appear on most responses. These are celebrities that often come off as genuine and not the … [Read more...] about 13 Famous Actors Who Are Universally Adored

Seinfeld is one of the most popular TV shows of all time. Although the finale ran over 25 years ago, it's still one of the most watched series on Netflix. Most true fans have watched the show through countless times because it's such a good program. Attempting to narrow down the top … [Read more...] about 15 Seinfeld Episodes That Never Get Old

The mainstream media likes to talk a lot about baby boomers and millennials. Both are large generations, so it makes sense on numerous levels. However, if you're a Gen Xer like I am you know many forget about our generation. It's so prevalent that only we can affectionately remember certain things … [Read more...] about From MTV to Beepers: 14 Things Only Gen X Affectionately Remembers

Although the headlines show us that the economy is steadily improving, many Americans are still facing challenging economic headwinds. Interest rates have made purchasing a house even more difficult, consumer debt continues to increase, and many struggle to even make ends meet. Budgeting is often … [Read more...] about 11 Concerning Reasons Why Americans Are Living on the Financial Edge

Most parents love their children and will do anything for them. You prepare them for life on their own, teach them how to do many things, and considerably more. In short, you put their needs ahead of your own so they can approach adulthood effectively. Unfortunately, some parents struggle to cut … [Read more...] about 10 Irrefutable Signs It’s Time For Your Adult Children to Be Cut Loose

Many people use their checking account to keep excess cash. You may use it to receive your paycheck and pay your monthly bills. Although money in your checking or savings account is protected, to a certain amount, the former isn't always a great place to keep substantial cash. For example, you may … [Read more...] about 10 Powerful Ways to Grow Your Wealth if You Have Over $5,000 in Your Checking Account

In its infancy, streaming services marketed themselves as the best way to save money to watch your favorite shows. The space began by offering loads of content for significantly less, with no contracts. As streaming has matured, pricing has increased and more platforms have entered the … [Read more...] about 10 Vital Things Cord-Cutters Must Know About Watching Their Favorite Shows This Year

Credit cards are a product issuing banks love to use to attract new customers. It's understandable that they will market certain benefits and features of select cards to draw their ideal customer. We all know about cards that offer points for purchases, but that merely scratches the surface. Here … [Read more...] about 10 Secret Perks of Credit Cards You Need to Take Advantage of Today

Frugality often gets a bad rap. People confuse it with being miserly and never enjoying life. That isn't always the case, as frugal people spend on what they value. They eschew overspending in some areas so they can have the things they want, without the guilt. Instead of wasting money, they choose … [Read more...] about 12 Wasteful Things Frugal People Never Do With Their Money

Intuit made waves, at the end of 2023, when it announced they were going to eliminate the Mint budgeting app on January 1, 2024. Scores of people used the Mint app to improve their finances and stay on budget. Thankfully, there are other options for former Mint users to stay on top of their … [Read more...] about The 10 Best Budgeting Apps to Use to Achieve Financial Success

Studies reveal that the average American spends at least one-third of their lives at work. Being in a good professional setting is essential since you spend so much of your life in it. Sadly, we not everyone has a good experience at work. Beyond a role not being a good fit for some, there's also … [Read more...] about 10 Glaring Signs Your Employer Doesn’t Value You

Your 40s are an important time in your financial journey. Numerous reports indicate your 40s and early 50s are your best earning years in your career. Pair that with increasing expenses, if you have a family and/or mortgage, and it's essential to make wise decisions. You still have time to make … [Read more...] about 11 Expensive Money Mistakes You Must Sidestep in Your 40s

Living frugally often gets associated with being a miser or not enjoying life. Those stereotypes are often wildly incorrect. As anyone who practices frugal living will tell you, frugality is spending in line with your values so you can achieve your goals. This allows you to enjoy the things you want … [Read more...] about 11 Powerful Frugal Living Hacks That Maximize Savings Without Sacrifice

Budgeting is often viewed as restrictive or difficult. I thought that when I met with a credit counselor to help me begin attacking debt. The idea of keeping track of my finances seemed foreign and I believe it was impossible to do. I speak with many people who believe the same thing, or they … [Read more...] about 10 Costly Budgeting Mistakes First-Timers Must Avoid at All Costs

To say that politics have become even more divisive in recent years is putting it lightly. It's not an uncommon event to see celebrities to wade into the political arena and make their views known to anyone will listen. If you've watched an award ceremony or follow any on social media you have … [Read more...] about 11 A-List Celebrities Who Opt For Silence Over Politics