Building credit is the all-important first step to qualifying for financing options such as auto loans and mortgages. But for some immigrants, the concept of credit is synonymous with debt, says…
By Scott W. Johnson Learn more about Scott on NerdWallet’s Ask an Advisor Almost all states require drivers to carry a minimum amount of auto insurance. Unfortunately, many drivers ignore this law.…
One of the best ways to painlessly meet your long-term financial goals is to set up an automatic system that distributes your paycheck where it needs to go — toward…
By Steven Podnos, MD, CFP Learn more about Steven on NerdWallet’s Ask an Advisor When the topic of retirement comes up, I’m often prompted to say, “Why don’t you work…
By Rita Cheng Learn more at NerdWallet’s Ask an Advisor Valentine’s Day is full of love, chocolates and flowers. Unfortunately, some con artists prey on the desire for companionship that many…
By Kurt Smith, Psy. D. Learn more about Kurt on NerdWallet’s Ask An Advisor The beginning of the new year is the perfect time to reflect on the past and look forward…
More income is generally a very good thing, but some of the impact of a higher income can be blunted by a higher tax rate. Fortunately, there are sensible steps…
As a life insurance agent, my job is to get my clients the coverage they need at the most affordable price possible. This is more complicated than you might expect.…
The end of the year is a good time to take a look at your retirement savings situation, and consider whether you’re taking advantage of all applicable tax laws to set…
By Heather Castle, CFP Learn more about Heather at NerdWallet’s Ask an Advisor Many people think the hardest part of making a charitable gift is deciding which worthy charity to contribute to.…
