Are you a sports fan who subscribes to Disney+? Good news! You may soon be able to receive live sports from ESPN as a part of the video streaming subscription. Disney CEO Bob Iger recently announced that some live sports and studio shows from ESPN will start appearing on Disney+ this year. But, depending on […]
Have you been a longtime follower of money expert Clark Howard’s credit card strategy? As credit card issuers change policies in 2024, Clark says it may be time to pivot from one of his longstanding pieces of advice. He often tells people that making a couple of small purchases per year with a seldom-used credit […]
Are you planning a travel excursion or family vacation? You’re not alone. Leisure travel plans for Americans are on the rise for 2024. But you can stand out from the crowd by avoiding a common credit card mistake this summer. According to a recent survey from Bankrate, 30% of Americans expect to spend more on […]
What factors should you prioritize when considering a vehicle for your teenager? Price, perhaps. Safety comes to mind. Fuel efficiency? Maybe. These days, the cost of insurance probably needs to make your list. The make and model of the vehicle isn’t the only factor when it comes to the cost of your insurance premiums. But […]
It is no secret that money expert Clark Howard loves all things Costco. It is easy to see why with staples like their Tire Center and Optical Department as well as a constant array of new inventory. As a superfan of Costco myself, I love walking through the store and discovering fresh, new products. Sometimes, these products are from top-name brands. […]
If you’re like me, you get used to denying upsells and add-ons at checkout. No, I don’t want an extended warranty on my laptop. No, I don’t want a pre-paid maintenance plan from the car dealership. No, I don’t want the extra insurance from the rental car counter or at U-Haul. … Or do I? […]
You walk into a Costco browsing for treasures and hoping to find some delicious free samples. Suddenly, a professionally-dressed person approaches you. You’re not in a Verizon, T-Mobile or AT&T store. But you’re engaged in an unexpected conversation about your cell phone service with a salesperson. This takes place across America, as the cell phone […]
If you’ve been considering signing up for one of the Chase Sapphire credit cards, now may be a good time to make the move. For a limited time, Chase has boosted the welcome bonus offer for both the Chase Sapphire Reserve® and Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card. These are two of the top travel credit cards […]
The costs associated with owning a home go way beyond the amount on the mortgage. The combined expenses of utilities, taxes, insurance and repairs cost homeowners big money. In fact, Forbes reported that all of these “hidden costs” equal an average of $14,155 per year. Are You Prepared for All the Expenses of a Home? […]
Inflation hits people on a fixed income the hardest. Say you’re retired. You’re living off a pension or Social Security (plus drawing down your retirement investments, which include plenty of bonds). It hurts when your dollar keeps losing purchasing power. It can be scary to be in that situation with a large mortgage obligation. So […]
Deciding to save and invest are great habits. But once you check that box, your job isn’t done. You still have to choose whether to manage your own investment portfolio, invest via a robo-advisor or hybrid advisor, or hire a full-fledged financial advisor. The more services you get, the more you pay in fees. The […]
If you’re considering subscribing to Fubo, you need to be comfortable missing out on some major channels. The live TV streaming service recently dropped channels during a contract dispute with Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD). And there’s no sign that they’ll be coming back any time soon. This leaves customers who pay for Fubo, which is […]