Even though Black Friday is still three weeks away, retailers are already building anticipation for the big shopping event. Just recently, Sears announced it will open at 8:00 PM on Thanksgiving and stay open for 26 hours straight. Kohl’s, on the other hand, will reveal its Black Friday deals on Wednesday, November 21, so shoppers…
With food prices on the rise, sticking to a budget is essential, especially when trying to maintain a healthy diet that can sometimes be costly. But it’s definitely possible to eat well without breaking the bank. There are plenty of places that offer good deals on nutritious food. **Grocery Stores** Your local grocery store is…
Basketball legend Kobe Bryant is set to retire, and if you want to see his final game, be prepared to pay a hefty price. Although the game is still four months away, ticket prices have skyrocketed since he announced his retirement. Ticket price tracker TiqIQ reports that within 14 hours of his announcement, ticket prices…
Navigating adulthood can be tough with all the added responsibilities, especially when it comes to discussing things like life insurance. It might feel strange to think about one’s own death, but life insurance is an important, yet often overlooked, part of adulthood. When considering life insurance, it’s essential to understand your options. Many well-known companies…
Payday loans have had a pretty bad rap over the years. This led the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to tighten its rules in April 2014, followed by more regulations from the government in January 2015. These steps aim to bring more clarity to how payday loan companies operate. Such oversight is critical since the industry…
When I’m choosing a financial services company to partner with, I consider a few key factors. First, I want to know what kinds of services they offer, if their pricing is competitive, and how easy and user-friendly those services are. It’s important to think about these elements each time you’re considering a business partnership. A…
Our world is incredibly diverse, and it’s a shame not to occasionally step out and explore its beauty. Taking a break from your daily routine and experiencing new surroundings can be really refreshing. Yet, every traveler knows that journeys can come with their own set of challenges—like delayed or canceled flights, lost luggage, or hotel…
Picking the right online brokerage can be tough with so many options out there. But if you’re looking for more control over your investments and reasonable trading costs, Motif Investing might be a solid choice. Just to clarify, this isn’t a personal endorsement, as I don’t have an account with them. My take is based…
So, we knew it was just a matter of time before we needed a new refrigerator, and now we’re on the hunt for the best deal out there. The fridge we have now was bought second-hand for $50 about two and a half years ago. Back then, we had to downsize our living space drastically,…
Data breaches have become all too common, and my husband and I recently felt this firsthand. Last year, my debit card got hacked during the Target breach, and not long after, his was compromised in the Home Depot breach. Our bank canceled our cards without much notice, which was a huge hassle, especially since we…