The 2019 Tax Filing Deadline Extension: Pay Now or Wait?
As part of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Internal Revenue Service extended the 2019 tax…
5 Ways to Make Your 2020 Money Goals a Reality
Paying down debt? Saving your first $5,000? Buying that investment property? If you’re like most people I…
How to Get Out of Debt: 5 Simple Steps
It’s easy to get into debt. Digging yourself out—not so much. And it doesn’t matter if you…
How to Save Money the Easy Way: Simplifi by Quicken Is My Must-Have Personal Finance and Budgeting App
A few times each week someone will reach out and ask me if there’s a budgeting or…
Emergency Fund Guide: How Much and How to Build One
If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s the importance of an emergency fund (and regularly washing our…
How Much House Can I Afford?
Wondering “How much house can I afford?” You’re not alone. Buying a home is likely the largest…
What Is Debt Consolidation and When Is It a Good Idea?
If you’re struggling to manage your debt load or keep on track with several monthly payments across…
How Long Does Credit Repair Take?
Good credit can open doors. You’ll have more (and less expensive) options if you need a loan,…
5 tips to help you actually keep your financial resolutions in 2020
We recently surveyed people to better understand what drives their resolution-making and how likely they are to…
How to Start Investing
Investing and saving both involve setting money aside for later, but there’s a key benefit to the…