Financial Planning Articles

Does My Credit Score Affect My Auto Insurance Premiums?

How can life insurance help when markets are volatile?

Trapped by $87,000 in Student Debt and a Career He Didn't Love, This Gig Economy Entrepreneur Side Hustled His Way to Financial Independence

These Startups Nailed Scaling Up, and the Owners Made It Look Easy. (It Wasn’t.)

His Sparkling New Restaurant Was Only Six Days Old When COVID-19 Shut It Down

An Employee Stole $225,000. It Took 10 Years for This Small Business to Uncover the Truth

Small businesses are the biggest victims of internal fraud. Read how these Minnesota shop owners discovered a trusted employee was stealing money from them.

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When it’s Time to Remodel, Some Home Renovations Pay For Themselves. These Upgrades Might Not.

Not all home renovations add the same value when selling your house. Learn about which common home improvements return the lowest value for your investment.

The Delights of a Backyard Pool — And the Hidden Costs Lurking Under the Surface

For Historic Home Buffs, Restoring an Old House Is Like “Rescuing a Stray Dog”

Flipping Houses for Profit Looks Easy on TV. These Pros Know a Different Story.

Fix This (Not That) to Help Get $100s or $1,000s More for Your Car at Trade-In

She Inherited a Curious Collection From a Beloved Aunt. Now What?

Your Home Isn't Selling? It Could Be the Mailbox's Fault

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What is Risk Management for a Small Business?

Risk management is the practice of reducing the likelihood of loss to your business. Learn how to identify your specific risks and how to control them.

New Car Negotiation Tactics That Could Save $100s (or $1,000s) on Your Next Deal

A veteran auto-industry consultant explains car buying these days—and why heavy price negotiating tactics are a thing of the past.

Seven Years, $40K in Debt, Three Trucks, a Few Flat Tires and One Huge Risk That Paid Off

Living with the Parents Again, but under Your Roof

Buying Home Insurance? Make Sure Your Valuables Are Covered

Can I Change My Auto Coverage Whenever I Want?

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How Can I Save Money on My Home Insurance?

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How Is the Replacement Cost of My Home Determined?

Kitchen Remodeling Ideas for Foodies

Culinary pros and interior designers on how they’d customize a home cook’s dream kitchen.

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How Do I Calculate the Replacement Cost of Belongings in My Home?

Calculating the value of your belongings can be difficult. Farmers tips on the best approach to calculating this value will save you time and stress.

Why You May Want to Rethink That Oversized Tub (and Other Bathroom Remodeling Considerations)