Most Americans own at least one vehicle, or live in a household where someone does. So buying a car is a reality you’ll probably have to face sooner or later — even if you can put it off for a while.

Equity crowdfunding is one of the most popular nontraditional startup financing options for early-stage businesses because it offers a compelling win-win proposition for investors and founders. Equity ...

Nearly every online tax preparation software program advertises a free federal plan. But as legions of frustrated filers can attest, some programs’ supposedly free plans come with serious limitations ...

Suppose you’ve got a leaky toilet in your bathroom. After trying without success to repair it yourself, you call a plumber who gets the job done in an hour. Normally, this would leave you with a hefty ...

Many people look forward to retirement as a time to travel, garden, play golf, or visit their grandchildren. Others have no definite plans beyond a vague idea about “relaxing.” When they leave work, ...

Industrial & Construction Bank of China. China Construction Bank. Agricultural Bank of China. Bank of … China. These four banks all have something in common, and it’s not what you think. They’re the ...

Walk into any big-box store, pick up an item at random off the shelf, and look at the label. Chances are you’ll see the same three words on the tag: “Made in China.” Depending on the product, it might ...

Kelly Ernst has written extensively about personal finance, careers, freelancing, and lifestyle topics, with her work appearing on The Penny Hoarder, The Write Life, Budgets Are Sexy, and Business ...

Going from rags to riches is essentially the American Dream. Whether it happens by way of a better-paying job or winning the lottery, some studies suggest that money can change your behavior – and not ...

Since its inception, Ibotta has become one of the most popular shopping apps in the United States, paying more than $1.6 billion to members. In terms of saving money on groceries and household ...

Most landlords don’t think highly of the Section 8 housing program. Over the years, I’ve heard dozens of myths about it. Landlords see it as a hassle; they think the housing authority will breathe ...

The fashion industry is one of the world’s most polluting. A 2016 report commissioned by Savers, a thrift retailer, found that Americans toss an astounding average of 81 pounds of clothing every year.