When you’re financially strapped for cash, you start looking for money in any place you can find it. Believe it or not, your life insurance policy may give you access to cash…but it will come at a cost. Not all life insurance policies offer the ability to take money out. Even if they do, it … Read more
Over half of American households have a pet. But among Millennials specifically, that number is over 70%, according to the Wall Street Journal. We love our pets so much that we’d sooner give up sugar, alcohol, and social media than our four-legged best friends. As we continue to empty animal shelters at record rates, one … Read more
Starting a small business can be freeing. After all, you become the boss. You make your own schedule, you set your own terms, and you build your career from the ground up. What could be better? Still, it’s not perfect. Small businesses also come with risks — both legally and financially speaking. Fortunately, the right … Read more
Owning a small business is a goal for lots of entrepreneurial-minded individuals, and many Millennials and Gen Zers have taken the plunge. Being a business owner has big perks, but it also means you’re on the hook when things go wrong. Even the most risk-averse businesses can face legal issues. The best way to combat … Read more
If Guinness had a record for “most auto insurance quotes gotten online,” I’d probably be a shoo-in. I’ve gotten hundreds of quotes online, either for myself or while writing an auto insurance-related review for Money Under 30. Yet, despite going through the quote generation process countless times, I admit to always glossing over this particular … Read more
Insurance Nerd Day is here (July 18th!) Did you know that the types of insurance you choose to carry can say a lot about you? In fact, your insurance choices can even shed some light on your love life. Think about it: the choices you make speak to larger truths about who you are. And … Read more
A few months ago, I was (ironically) on my way to an auto parts store when I was cut off by a limousine, of all things. Sadly, my tiny little Miata couldn’t stop in time: Happily, everyone was OK and the limo wasn’t full of teens who wouldn’t make it to prom. Atlanta PD officially … Read more
Visit any personal finance site and chances are, you’ll find an article on how buying life insurance young will save you money (we even have that article). So, you’ve finally decided to listen and get life insurance, BUT the next biggest question is: will I even qualify based on my health? For those who’ve never … Read more
If you’re considering going electric for your next car purchase, you’re probably already relishing in the idea of blasting past the gas station so you can charge up at home for free. While EVs are undeniably cheaper to “fill up,” so to speak, they’re also more expensive to insure. Insurance companies aren’t quite sure what … Read more
Realizing that your car has been stolen is one of the most alarming things you can experience as a driver, whether your car is parked in your driveway or a busy parking lot. After likely standing there and panicking for a few minutes, the first thought in your head will probably be: what now? Quickly … Read more