Cash News If you have a larger tax bill than you expected, you may be trying to figure out how you’ll pay Uncle Sam, such as turning to a credit card. Can you pay taxes with a credit card? Yes — but there is a catch: using a credit card can incur added fees. It […]
Cash News For some time now, as online banking and payment apps like Venmo and Zelle have become popular, check writing has been on the wane. But for generations, that wasn’t the case. People used to receive paper checks all the time; anyone and everyone quickly learned how to endorse a check. But we are […]
Cash News Certificates of deposit (CDs) offer some of the best interest rates for an account with little or no financial risk. But if you’re not completely sure whether a CD is right for you, understanding how to calculate CD interest can help you compare your options and determine which one is the right fit. […]
Cash News You may dream of owning vacation property tucked away in the mountains or on a white-sand beach, but let’s face it: A second home may not be in your budget. Fractional ownership properties and timeshares are two options for co-owning a vacation home with multiple other parties. Each gives you usage rights for […]
Cash News A real estate investment group is a collective of investors who combine their money to fund real estate investment opportunities. By pooling resources, they have far more buying power than they’d have on their own. If you’re wondering whether joining a real estate investment group (REIG) is right for you, you’ve come to […]
Cash News When your local bank branch closes, it can be frustrating — especially if you’ve been banking there for years. But before you stress too much, consider your options. Depending on your bank’s online presence and your personal preferences, you may be able to keep banking with little, if any, interruption. If that’s not […]
Cash News If you’re shopping for a new home and leaning toward houses that cost over $600,000, you may wonder if you can afford a $600,000 mortgage. We’ll break down how much a $600,000 mortgage will cost you monthly and over the life of the loan. We’ll also share advice from mortgage experts on how […]
Cash News Saving money takes time and discipline — and it can be a challenge if you face competing financial obligations or unexpected costs. Your ability to save can also be impacted by external factors, including the rising cost of living and high interest rates on debt. Americans saw a boost in their savings following […]
Cash News Budgeting for regular bills and monthly necessities is helpful, but what about those expenses that only come occasionally? Irregular expenses can be hard to plan for, but a sinking fund can help. A sinking fund helps you save for a particular expense over time. Rather than taking on debt or dipping into your […]
Cash News The median sales price of homes in the U.S. has reached over $400,000. So, if you want to take out a conventional loan and make a 20% down payment to avoid private mortgage insurance, you’ll need to put down more than $80,000. For many Americans, saving tens of thousands of dollars for a […]