A popular viral Facebook post asks parents if schools should teach kids financial literacy. It’s a good question. The fact is that few schools teach kids basic facts about credit — simple things like how to get a credit report, how to improve their credit scores, or even why credit scores matter. It’s also a…
Purchasing a home is usually the largest financial decision of one’s lifetime. It’s complicated, time-consuming and requires a substantial financial outlay. Of course, an essential part of the homebuying process is obtaining a mortgage. Indeed, much of the decision-making surrounding which home to make an offer on revolves around the monthly payment: how much will…
While education might be priceless, it isn’t free. According to data reported to U.S. News, the average college tuition for the 2019-2020 school year ranged from $41,426 (for private colleges) to $11,260 (for state colleges). These figures do not include room and board, in addition to other expenses, such as books, computers and travel, which…
Opening up a kids savings account for your children and teaching them how to budget can help ensure success for your children’s financial future and hopefully stability for your own retirement as well. Most parents would say that they’d want their children to have a better life than they did. And whether or not you…
The vast majority of home buyers purchase their dream home with financing, and that means applying for a mortgage. Don’t believe everything you’ve been warned about, however. The loan application process is more user-friendly, automated and transparent than many property novices are aware. Here are the key steps to address, and tips for getting ahead…
