Personal Finance Blog

Is it better to lease or buy a car? It depends.Is It Better to Lease or Buy a Car?
September 13, 2021
Wondering if it's a better decision to lease a car than to buy one? To determine which one is better, you’ll have to understand what is involved. Leasing is a lot like a long-term rental, while purchasing a car is more of a long term investment. So, read on to learn more about these two options. Read more.
What you need to know about buying out a car leaseBuying Out a Car Lease: What You Need to Know
September 10, 2021
Buying out a car lease can help save you money and avoid locking yourself in a new lease term, but it could be easier and less expensive to wait for your car lease to end and exercise your buyout option. Continue for everything you need to know about buying out your car lease. Read more.
How Long Does a Repossession Stay on Your Credit ReportHow Long Does a Repossession Stay on Your Credit Report?
September 6, 2021
If the repossession was accurate, it can stay on your credit report for seven years. Learn when it could be removed and how you can offset its affect your credit score. Read more.
Fence and city skyline Cities With the Highest Poverty Rates
August 31, 2021
Cities in the U.S. with the highest poverty rates. Read more.
A woman sits cross-legged, looking at her computer next to a piggy bank. Top 5 Things to Know About the Child Tax Credit
August 19, 2021
Find out if you're eligible to get the Child Tax Credit and what to do if you haven't gotten your payments yet. Read more.
Man using credit card and calculatorStates With the Most Credit Card Debt
August 18, 2021
Recent Self research reveals the top 15 states in the U.S. with the most credit card debt. Read more.
How Much Should I Spend On Groceries - heroHow Much Should I Spend On Groceries?
August 18, 2021
There isn't a hard and fast rule for how much to spend on groceries, so this guide is meant to help you figure out what will work for your diet and budget. Read more.
How To Get Out of a Title Loan Without Losing Your Car - heroHow To Get Out of a Title Loan Without Losing Your Car
August 15, 2021
If you have a car title loan, but want to get out of it, here are a few ideas to consider. Read more.