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The Mortgage Rate “Range” to Expect for the Rest of 2025
Here’s the mortgage rate “range” Dave expects to see through the end of 2025. With so much rate volatility as of late, it’s getting harder and harder…
Friday Flight: Thrifty Trucks, Pricey Parking, & Soaring Secondary Costs – Episode 978
Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines…
How Much Student Loan Debt Do Members Of Congress Have?
Since Congress makes student loan policies, like loan forgiveness, we wanted to explore how much student loan debt Congress has. The post How Much St…
We Paid Off $500K in Debt: Now We’re on Track to Retire (Early) in Our 50s
Fear that early retirement is out of the question because you have too much debt? It’s not game over. Whether you’re debt-free or still chipping away…
Episode 202. “She racked up $50K in debt — why should I trust her with money?”
Emma (39) and Dave (39) make $258,000 a year—but they’re stuck in a toxic money dynamic. She built a financial plan during maternity leave. He didn’t…
Friday Flight: Debt Defaults, VIP Investments, & Regretful Retirees – Episode 975
Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines…
How To Pay Off Student Loans Faster
We break down ten of the best ways to pay off student loans faster so that you can become debt free and start working on other financial goals. The p…
How To Pay Your Student Loans Via Credit Cards
Can you pay your student loans via credit card? Should you? If yes and yes, what are some good payment options? Learn more right here! The post How T…
Mortgage Rate Fatigue? Here’s How to Get Off the Seesaw of Wondering When to Buy
Watching mortgage rates bounce around over the past few weeks has been liable to give you whiplash. While the rest of the world was wringing its hand…
The Hidden Costs of Self-Managing Rentals—and How the Right Tools Can Save You Time and Money
Managing rental properties on your own might seem like a smart way to maximize profits. No property manager means no extra fees, and who knows your p…
Subprime Credit Card Delinquencies Drop For Second Month
Subprime credit card delinquencies are falling, even as student loan delinquencies are rising. The post Subprime Credit Card Delinquencies Drop For S…
Why Aren’t We Seeing Mortgage Rate Relief Yet?
If you’ve been watching the markets and wondering why mortgage rates remain stubbornly high—despite whispers of economic softening—you’re not alone. …
How to Reduce Homeowners Insurance Costs Without Sacrificing Coverage
If you're looking to lower the cost of how much you pay in homeowners insurance premiums, here are some tips to think about. The post How to Reduce …
Zombie Debt Explained (What It Is And How To Kill It For Good)
Zombie debt is old, uncollectible debt that collectors resurrect to pressure you into paying, even when you don’t legally owe it. What is Zombie Debt…
How I Use The Credits I Get From My Credit Cards
I have a lot of different premium credit cards, many of which come with different credits that I need to use. Most cards don’t make using these…
Mortgage Rates Fall Fast as Tariffs Trigger Mass Stock Selloff, Economy at Risk
Last week’s tariff announcement from the Trump administration put the stock market in a freefall. Major indexes are now past correction territory and…
Americans Are Late on Their Mortgages: Why I’m NOT Worried About THAT Chart
Mortgage delinquencies are up…or are they? One chart that’s been circulating on social media would have you believe that a growing number of homeowne…
A Secret Mortgage Blacklist From Fannie Mae is Blindsiding Condo Owners and Killing Deals
A secret blacklist? It sounds like something from a Netflix thriller. However, that’s the scenario unfolding when some condo owners have attemp…
Can You Pay For College On A Credit Card?
Can you pay for college on a credit card and rack up the points? It's a compelling thought... and the answer is potentially! College is expensiv…
The Only Good Reasons To Pay Off A Low-Interest-Rate Mortgage Early
Despite the wonderful peace of mind that comes with owning a home free and clear, deciding to pay off a low-interest rate mortgage early is not alway…