Here’s a hint: One planned splurge may shut down other impulse buys
Author - Jean Chatzky
Jean Chatzky
Why You Shouldn’t Dawdle When Filling Out The FAFSA
Yes, according to the calendar you have time. But your wallet -- and your student -- will thank you for getting to it sooner rather than later
How To Prepare for a Natural Disaster
Whether you choose to stay in place or flee for safety, be sure you’re following these steps so you can be ready at a moment’s notice
Are you ready for the holidays?
Every year the folks at consulting firm Deloitte come out with predictions for the holiday shopping season. This year they’re projecting that spending from November to January will increase 1% to 1.5% and – if we get another round of stimulus from...
These 8 Money Rules Will Help Get You Through The Pandemic
Getting through 2020 hasn’t been easy, but these tips will help you to end the year on the right path
Is Pet Insurance Worth It?
If you're the kind of person who would go to the end of the earth for your pet's health, it's worth a look. But it's not for everyone
Nesting? You’re Not The Only One
As more and more people plow money into improving their homes, the question of how to pay for it is more important than ever
Three Moves To Make To Regain Financial Control
No, you can’t maneuver the markets, inflation or interest rates. But you can manage more than you think – and doing so will make you feel better in these uncontrollable times
Never Heard of 401(k) Identity Theft? It’s Time
This particularly dangerous form of identity theft is on the rise during COVID. Here's what it is and how to protect yourself
