Costco has quirks, some of which take more getting used to than others. One of the most intriguing, from my perspective as someone who spends lots of time thinking about credit cards, is Costco’s apparent distaste for American Express. You…
The case for spending more to buy quality outdoor gear is strong. Compared with the generic brands on Amazon or at your local big-box retail store, outerwear from Patagonia or Marmot and camping gear from Big Agnes or Helinox costs…
It’s not easy to think about end-of-life planning, but making your wishes known before an unexpected injury or illness happens will help your loved ones to navigate stressful and complicated decisions regarding your health care preferences. If you have specific…
We all know dressing up for Halloween, whether for trick-or-treating or parties, can get pricey fast. A quick scan of the costume aisle at any retail store reveals average prices of $25 to $40 per outfit. And if you’re buying…
The World of Hyatt Credit Card from Chase is a hotel rewards credit card with a $95 annual fee and an attractive rewards program that favors frequent guests at Hyatt hotels and associated brands, including Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, Andaz, Hyatt Centric,…
When you have children, your approach to dining out undergoes a major shift. Before becoming a parent, you may have thought nothing of dropping $100 or more on a fancy dinner for two, complete with candlelight, wine, and elaborate dishes. …
Midlife crises are expensive. From flashy cars to trendy clothes and accessories to artificially trying to look younger with Botox or surgeries, midlife crises cost you both money and stress. It’s not easy parting with the vigor, fitness, and attractiveness…
So, you’re set to buy a new or used car and plan to finance it, but the dealership has asked you for a down payment. For the uninitiated, a down payment is the lump sum of cash you give the…
Blogs, financial news channels, Wikipedia, magazines – there’s a long list of resources out there for learning about personal finance. And while information can instruct, it doesn’t always inspire. One of the best ways to get a handle on a…
Last week I had to rent a car for a long trip. And if I hadn’t done my research beforehand, the car rental clerk would have scammed and sweet-talked me into spending a lot more than I needed to. In…
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