by NerdWallet | Nov 15, 2018 | Archives
In light of the ongoing trade war with China, some Americans are pausing and adding more thought to their holiday shopping plans this year. Some 93% of Americans said they plan to make purchases this holiday season, according to a new NerdWallet survey, conducted by...
by NerdWallet | Oct 5, 2018 | Archives
In this series, NerdWallet interviews people who have triumphed over debt using a combination of commitment, budgeting and smart financial choices. Responses have been edited for length and clarity. Allison Baggerly How much: $111,108.29 in 4.5 years Budgeting was the...
by NerdWallet | Sep 21, 2018 | Archives
One million dollars might sound like enough to retire with today, but by the time you reach your last day of work, it’ll be worth less than you might think. The reason is inflation, and it impacts how you plan for the future. Here’s a look at what inflation is and how...
by Platte Valley Companies | Sep 7, 2018 | Archives
In the event of a fire or other disaster, would you be able to remember all your possessions? We know how important your personal belongings are to you. That’s why it’s important to create and maintain an accurate household inventory. A few things to get you...
by NerdWallet | Aug 17, 2018 | Archives
With a swipe here and a swipe there, it can be easy to live your life on plastic and pile up debt. You’re not alone: U.S. households carried credit card balances that totaled $815 billion in debt in the first quarter of 2018, according to the Federal Reserve...
by NerdWallet | Aug 3, 2018 | Archives
Back-to-school shopping is an expensive chore. And if you shop local sales, it’s a chore you’ll share with thousands of other parents in the vicinity. If it’s big savings you’re after when you brave the crowds, sales flyers won’t cut it. You’ve got to get...
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