Personal Finance

Thinking of making Illinois your home in 2025? You might be pleasantly surprised: the Land of Lincoln boasts personal finance–friendly living expenses about 8% cheaper than the U.S. average. But...

Moving out for the first time (or even the fifth) is a big milestone. It’s exciting, a little nerve-wracking, and — let’s face it — often more expensive than people...

Tooth pain can be relentless. It keeps you up all night, makes eating a challenge, and turns even the simplest conversations into a painful experience. You know you need to...

One Sunday afternoon, I caught up with a friend who was turning 60. She told me she wished she had paid more attention to her retirement savings when she was...

If you’re in a situation where you suddenly need money to pay rent tomorrow, know that you’re not alone. ​​Millions of U.S. households are severely cost-burdened, with rent consuming more...

Personal finance is about taking control of your finances and planning for a secure future.  While taking control of finances might look different for different people, this guide will equip...

When Benjamin Franklin said, “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail,” he wasn’t just talking about preparing for life’s daily tasks — he was also addressing something...

Asking for money is uncomfortable, whether it is from a friend, relative, or even a bank. However, we are all in need of a helping hand sometimes. Here are some tips for...

In the 2024 elections, America chose Donald Trump as its 47th President-elect. For now, it’s not fully clear how his presidency will affect your personal finances and the overall economy....