Buy Now Pay Later Apps in 2026: What Changed and When It Actually Makes Sense
U.S. BNPL hit $70B in purchase volume in 2025, but the apps have diverged sharply on fees, credit reporting, and dispute rights. Here's what that means for you.
CFPB Has a New Approach to Financial Education
The CFPB is taking a new approach to financial education as they protect the average consumer from financial institutions.
More Employers Loading Paychecks Onto Prepaid Debit Cards
Not long ago people received their paychecks in paper form. They really did not have any other choice. Eventually, as technology advanced, direct deposit became more feasible and more affordable. ...
Bitcoin ETF. Are They Joking?
The Winklevoss brothers (of Facebook infamy) has created a Bitcoin ETF.
Camry College Cost Comparison – New England Universities
How much would you give up to attend college in New England? The Camry College Cost Comparison measures how many brand new Toyota Camry’s you could buy with the money...
Laptops for College – What to Look For
It is less than two months away from when may Universities start courses and many major computer manufacturers have released new models just in time for the college shopping season....
Health Care: Ways to Save Right Now
Even with the approach of Obamacare and its changes to the health care insurance market, you can still lower your costs with these simple measures.
Travel Cost Too Expensive? Take a Bus
In an era when air travel is becoming more expensive, bus travel is becoming increasingly popular between major cities. The costs of jet fuel and labor are often factored into...
Prepaid Cellphone Plans vs Subsidized – What Type is Best?
Cellphone plans in the US used to be simple: you get a free phone and you get locked into a cellphone contract for two years. With the rising costs...
Three Tips For Saving Money During the Hot Summer Months
Electrical bills can run up during the summer months. With a typically warmer climate and hot sun, people are constantly look for ways to cool down. Here are...
Small Investors Should “Bank” on Risks
As a small investor, risking a better return on your money is placing a bet on yourself. You are taking control of your own fate. And wouldn’t you rather do...
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Gold Versus Wages: Americans Are Hurting
Those gold bugs can be annoying, I know. Even though it is clear that I am somewhat simpatico with their views, it is undeniably true that they can be a bit like ants at a picnic....
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Flip-flopping on Flipping
A recent report contends that short-term investor profits from home flipping are declining. I view this as good news, at least in my opinion.
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Odds Againist Vegas and ‘Hot’ Cities
Demand creates ever higher prices. This is always true when there’s an incredible number of investors buying and buying more property. Then, there’s the hype or publicity...
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Is Housing Market Following Stock Market Pattern?
The stock market crashed. Is the housing market next? That’s not my opinion. And if you asked me, I would say I don’t know if that will happen.
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Be On The Lookout For Closed-End Fund Bargains
With all of the Washington turmoil of late (ok, maybe years would be more accurate) and the massive debts being incurred, many people have been surprised by the stock (and bond)...
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If you ask me why I think this blog is for men, I really don’t have an easy answer. Maybe because I think of do-it-yourself men wearing tool belts strapped to their waists as...
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