Author name: Sarah Oconnor

Home prices have been sky-high in recent years. Between that and the fact that mortgage lenders have been charging a bundle to borrow, some people are opting to renovate their existing homes rather than try to buy new ones. In a late-2023 survey by CRAFTSMAN, more than half of Americans said they didn’t want to […]

Some travelers prefer scoring the best price possible when buying airfare. They don’t feel the need to pay for extras beyond what’s offered with an economy class ticket because they want to get the best deal. However, other travelers prefer to pay for additional comforts and amenities. Still deciding whether to book an economy class

Some travelers prefer scoring the best price possible when buying airfare. They don’t feel the need to pay for extras beyond what’s offered with an economy class ticket because they want to get the best deal. However, other travelers prefer to pay for additional comforts and amenities. Still deciding whether to book an economy class

Joining Costco could be a great move for your personal finances. The money you spend on a membership ($60 a year for a basic and $120 a year for an Executive) may be more than worth it when you consider how much cash you could free up for your savings account by shopping Costco for

Having a savings account with money in it is really personal finance 101. But it isn’t as simple as just chucking some money into the account and forgetting about it. Instead, here’s why saving should be an active and goal-oriented process. Set goals for your savings Taking the time to think about why you’re saving

If you’ve ever been a Sam’s Club member, you’re familiar with showing an employee your receipt before you exit the store. This is a common practice at warehouse clubs nationwide. This process helps reduce retail theft by ensuring members pay for everything in their carts. But this may eventually become a thing of the past

Investing in stocks is something anyone can do. And thanks to the availability of free stock trading apps, it’s cheaper than ever for the average investor. But not everyone invests in stocks the same way, and billionaires and the ultra-wealthy often use different stock-buying avenues than the rest of us. Here are a few unique