Tag: debt
How to Be a Frugal Family and Still Have Fun
April 19, 2018. Robert Yaniz Jr
For everyday necessities and special occasions, being thrifty doesn’t have to be boring.
Why and How To Save That Tax Refund
April 24, 2020. Angelica Beneke
What are you planning to do with your tax refund? Once that check is in your hand, it’s easy to spend, but it’s smarter to save.
Start These Savings Challenges Now
June 05, 2023. Andrew Sheldon
Savings challenges are a great way to ensure you’re accumulating enough money to fund life’s biggest purchases.
How to Set Up a Budget and Stick to Your Savings Plan
April 09, 2020. Nalea Ko
Get back to budgeting basics! Follow these helpful tips to successfully develop a strong savings plan and avoid temptations.
How to Be the Best Mortgage Loan Candidate
September 19, 2024. AAA Staff
Not having to worry about being approved for a mortgage gets you one step closer to your dream home.
Building Your Financial House With Insurance
August 22, 2024. Sarah Vincelette
How to strategize for your financial future with a helpful metaphor as your blueprint.
11 Ways to Save Money on a Theme Park Vacation
April 17, 2023. Tara Schatz
Theme park vacations are great, but they don’t come cheap. Check out these tips for smart ways to save on booking and while you are at the park.
What Is GAP Insurance?
March 01, 2024. Marisa Perjatel
If you’re in the market for a new car, you may want to consider GAP insurance. Learn more about this optional coverage and how it could save you money.
How Much Life Insurance Do You Need?
October 10, 2023. Robert Yaniz Jr
Have you thought about all the expenses your life insurance policy will need to cover?
10 Smart Money Podcasts You Can’t Miss
June 02, 2023. AAA Staff
Where to tune in for advice on how to save money, pay off debt or retire early.
First Comes Mortgage, Then Comes Marriage
October 25, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
Is buying a home with your significant other before getting married a good idea? It can be, but only if you’re financially protected.
How a Reverse Mortgage Can Give You a Comfortable Retirement
October 14, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
A reverse mortgage can allow you to use the equity you’ve built up in your home to fund the retirement of your dreams.
17 Ways to Make the Most of Your Money
January 05, 2021. Ellis Einhorn
Capitalize on your income and reach your money goals with these tips.
Destination: Adulthood
November 08, 2021. AAA Staff
A road map to adulting, to help you navigate the twists and turns you may encounter along the way.
Tax Returns: Cash in on Tax Savings
December 18, 2017. Cassandra Raposo
What’s your New Year’s resolution? Is it to learn how to get the most out of your tax returns? Okay, perhaps that’s not your New Year’s resolution. But the 2018 tax season is upon us, and while the deadline to file isn’t until April, it’s never too early to start thinking about how you can…
Is Grad School Worth It? How to Determine If It’s the Right Option for You
August 05, 2018. Cassandra Raposo
Getting a graduate degree may seem like a no-brainer to some, but it’s a weighted decision to make.
How to Use a Credit Card Wisely
September 02, 2018. Tara Schatz
You can save money and build a positive credit score by practicing a few healthy habits.
Affordable Ways to Earn a College Degree
October 19, 2018. Rebecca Galib
Let’s be honest. College is just plain expensive. A bachelor’s degree can cost anywhere from $37,000 to over $130,000, according to the College Board. In 2017, members of Generation X had outstanding student loans averaging $40,000, according to Experian’s State of Student Debt report. Compare that to baby boomers, who owed an average of $36,200,…
Preparing Your Children for Their First Credit Card
October 20, 2018. Tara Schatz
A credit card can teach kids about spending, saving, budgeting and more. But it is also a big responsibility.
7 Simple Ways to Protect Against Child Identity Theft and Fraud
October 22, 2018. Joanna Cutrara
Child identity theft is on the rise and often doesn’t get caught until it’s too late. Learn how you can protect your child from scammers.