Family & Home – Money Crashers

How to Emigrate and Move to Another Country – Costs & Procedure

Brian Martucci — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 13:00:00 +0000

In the 2008 book, “The Big Sort,” journalist Bill Bishop and sociologist Robert Cushing explore the reasons behind the United States’ deepening political, economic, and cultural divisions along racial, class, and geographic lines. Despite vast improvements in communication technology and the explosive growth of available content and information, explain Bishop and Cushing, like-minded people continue

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8 Financial Accounts to Open for Your Child to Build Lifelong Wealth

G. Brian Davis — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +0000

If you want your kids to grow into wealthy, financially literate adults, you’re going to have to teach them about money. Here are some important accounts you can open on your child’s behalf to help them learn good financial habits.

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How to Deal with a Lying Spouse – Financial Infidelity in Marriage

Amy Livingston — Sun, 23 Jul 2023 13:22:00 +0000

Julia has a secret credit card that she hides from her husband, Carlos. Whenever she goes out for a little retail therapy, she uses that card and has the bill sent to her office. That way, she doesn’t have to listen to any lectures from him about how much she’s spending. She figures what he

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12 Best Places to Donate Used Furniture to Charity

Sarah Graves — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 13:16:00 +0000

Whether you’re moving, downsizing, or in need of a home refresh, it may be time to say goodbye to your old furniture. And that means figuring out what to do with it. Fortunately, there are plenty of charities and nonprofit organizations that will happily take it off your hands if it’s in good condition. You

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22 Jobs That Provide Free Housing in 2024

G. Brian Davis — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 04:48:00 +0000

The rent really is too high. Or rather, U.S. home prices have skyrocketed so much faster than median incomes that most Americans can’t afford new housing. That’s no exaggeration. Literally, 7 in 10 Americans can’t afford the median cost of a new home. So what’s a median American to do? Get creative, that’s what. Find

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Renting vs. Buying a House – How to Make a Decision, Pros & Cons

Brian Martucci — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 19:20:00 +0000

Given the hefty upfront costs associated with purchasing a home, most young people begin their independent lives renting an apartment. As they build careers, save money, and start families, many choose to buy a home. On the other end of the age spectrum, homeowners nearing retirement may choose to sell their family homes, downsize, and become renters once

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16 Home Improvement Projects That Help Reduce Homeownership Costs

Brian Martucci — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 01:00:00 +0000

The age-old debate over the relative merits of renting or buying a home rages on. It’s doubtful that a definitive settlement is on the horizon. There are simply too many variables at play and too many unique factors affecting individual homeowners’ situations. But one thing is for sure: renting and homeownership both come with their fair share

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Buying an Old House? – Common Problems, Hidden Costs & Benefits

Brian Martucci — Sat, 27 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Older homes tend to feature a charm and character you just can’t find in new construction homes. But they also offer their share of problems. If you’re considering buying an older home, read on to learn the problems you might encounter, how to solve them, and why it might be worth doing so.

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Best Bank Accounts for Kids Under 18 in 2024

Brian Martucci — Sat, 20 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000

There are many ways to teach kids about money, but the best way is to open the right bank accounts for kids and let them get a hands-on lesson on managing money. It might feel weird at first to let go of the reins, but don’t worry, parents have plenty of control to help kids

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What Age Can You Open a Bank Account?

Dawn Allcot — Fri, 12 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Back when most of us were younger, we didn’t discuss money. Things seemed simpler then. Today’s parents take a more active role in teaching kids about their finances. And we’re left trying to figure out the right age to let our kids open a bank account.

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FamZoo Review — The Ultimate Family Finance & Banking App

Brian Martucci — Tue, 09 May 2023 20:36:23 +0000

Looking for a new family finance app? FamZoo has debit cards for kids, budgeting tools, a chore management and payment system, and basic banking capabilities. But is it the right app to teach your kids money management basics and (slowly) take off the fiscal training wheels?

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26 Creative Ideas for a Romantic Date Night at Home (on a Budget)

Sarah Graves — Wed, 03 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000

We’ve all heard that regular date nights are important to keep a marriage healthy and strong. Yet these days, everyone is busy, tired, and overspent. Add kids to the mix, and it only gets harder to prioritize each other in the midst of the daily chaos that is raising a family. Regardless, a solid marriage

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How to Have a Successful Garage Sale – Ultimate Guide

Brian Martucci — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 20:30:00 +0000

Planning and pulling off a profitable garage sale doesn't require a marketing degree or MBA. You'll earn more and stress less when you follow this straightforward four-step process for garage sale success.

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7 Tips for Garage Sale Pricing to Maximize the Value of Your Items

Amy Livingston — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 13:00:00 +0000

You can’t have a successful garage sale if you’re driving customers away with high or unclear prices. You need attractive prices that are clear upfront to persuade buyers to open their wallets. It takes planning and a little research, but these tips can make it easier.

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17 Best Part-Time Jobs for High School Students Looking to Work

Brian Martucci — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 06:35:00 +0000

I worked steadily through high school and college. I held a steady succession of mostly menial, mostly entry-level jobs: grocery store cashier, movie theater attendant, youth sports official, food delivery driver. My motivations were largely financial. During high school, I worked to fund the purchase of my first car and earn extra money to cover

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Allowance for Kids – Types and How Much You Should Pay for Chores

Sarah Graves — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000

There are multiple ways you can handle your kid’s allowance, and they all come with their own pros and cons. But the ultimate goal is to teach your kids money management skills, so it’s important to understand which allowance system is best for your kids based on their age and your objective.

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8 Best Pet Insurance Companies

Brian Martucci — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 21:30:00 +0000

By limiting the costs of owning a sick or injured pet, pet health insurance spares many from the heartbreaking decision to prematurely put down a pet whose care is too expensive. These pet health insurance companies are the best, but they’re not interchangeable. Which one is right for you?

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How to Protect Your Finances Before a Divorce

Amy Freeman — Tue, 30 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

You might see a divorce coming from a mile away and still take steps to protect your finances before it happens. From opening an individual bank account to changing your beneficiaries, learn what to do now so that you’re not filled with financial regret later.

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What Is the Child Tax Credit (CTC) and How Do You Claim It for Dependents?

Erin Gobler — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 17:00:00 +0000

The child tax credit offers parents a tax break for each child they have. It can help reduce the amount you owe in taxes or boost your refund by thousands of dollars. But what is it and how does it work?

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Is Inflation Good for Homeowners? – How Rising Prices Effect Real Estate

G. Brian Davis — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 17:00:00 +0000

While inflation wreaks havoc on your grocery bills and bond investments, it’s not all bad news for homeowners. But before you get too nervous or excited, ensure you understand how past periods of inflation have impacted homeowners — the good, the bad, and the ugly.

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