A common phone call that new credit cardholders get from their bank is an offer for credit card add-on products, such as protection against fraud and identity theft. Payment protection is another service offered regularly, providing a monthly payment to the cardholder’s account if they lose their job or are sick in the hospital.
Credit monitoring and debt-cancellation products are optional and are paid for through a monthly or annual fee.
Before signing up for these products, consumers should k...
Pittsburgh-based interior designer Colleen Simonds unrolls her best advice on building strong spaces using dynamic wallpaper patterns and gutsy design choices.
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Credit card rewards can be a free way to travel and get cash back for your daily expenses.
But if you’re not paying your credit card bill in full when it arrives, then you’re paying interest and those free rewards are no longer free. That’s not a surprising fact, but it’s a top one to keep in mind when considering these four surprising facts about credit card rewards:
A 1% reward
Don’t expect to receive nearly in much in rewards points as you do in spending to get them. The typical reward point...
One of the many benefits of homeownership is your ability to build equity. While you may already know that equity is an excellent thing to have, you may not know how to use it or what it even is. Use this guide to learn more about home equity and the ways you can use it.
Before deciding how to use your home’s equity, be sure to speak with your financial advisor or a mortgage professional to understand all your options better.
What is home equity?
Equity is the difference between the fair...
Between the never-ending candy supply and the various costume options, it’s hard to not get into the Halloween spirit. Whether you’re going for a scary or festive look, these themed decoration ideas will ensure that the outside of your home is ready for the trick-or-treaters who come a-knockin!
Spooktacular Spectacle
Creepy crawlers and all, these decoration ideas will take your exterior from not-so-scary to frighteningly fun for all involved!
Selling a home is hard work, and the staging process can be intimidating. Many people think about how expensive the staging process will be, but with these tips, it doesn’t have to be!
Starting fresh
It can be tough to stage a home when furniture has been removed by the homeowner, but no need to fear! Of course, you don’t have to go out and buy new furniture. The easiest way to save money is use what you already have, pick up pieces from goodwill or a used furniture store like “Restore”. Thes...
It’s been said that the kitchen is the heart of the home. You probably spend a good portion of your day meal prepping, cooking, and cleaning up after each meal. However, that time can increase dramatically if you’re struggling to find what you need. Kitchen organization can make cooking meals much more enjoyable. As the busy fall season arrives, you’ll be glad you used the tips below to get this beloved space of your home in order.
