Like many homeowners, our home’s value has significantly increased in the last few years. Current market conditions have caused real estate prices to skyrocket. Meanwhile, mortgage rates have hit historic lows. According to the barrage of junk mail and phone calls, many lenders insist that this is the best time to refinance your home. While … Read more
My husband has a job that often requires him to travel for work. While it is usually only for a few days at a time, this next project will be much longer. Beginning this summer, he will need to be onsite for several months to oversee progress. Although I wish I could go with him, … Read more
Last fall, my husband and I took the plunge and got married. We are incredibly happy and excited about planning our life together. However, there are many aspects of marriage that couples often overlook during honeymoon bliss. For example, how do you join your lives and finances? While the cost of the wedding alone is … Read more
The average student loan debt for a college education has skyrocketed. The average debt hit $29,927 in 2020 and is likely to continue to rise. And, students who attend private institutions or pursue graduate degrees pay considerably more. Currently, there are 42.5 million Americans carrying roughly $1.57 trillion in student loan debt. Sometimes it feels … Read more