Addie Miles

05/27/2026

Many may believe that a 20% down payment is necessary to purchase a home. However, have you explored Downpayment Assistance (DPA)?

Numerous federal, local, state, and private resources are available that can help turn your homebuying dreams into reality. These resources can include cash, grants, or tax credits. For more information, connecting could be beneficial.

05/25/2026

Overspending lately? Try freezing your credit cards (literally!) or one of these other clever tricks.

Overspending is easy to do with a credit card – way too easy – and can often lead to deb...

05/18/2026

Do you usually skip the fine print on credit card offers? Here's why that's a bad idea.

The fine print at the end of a credit card offer letter can tell a consumer a lot more about how goo...

05/11/2026

Some interesting tips for reviewing your medical bills.

Scrutinizing a bill from your health care provider or insurer is probably one of the last things you...

05/04/2026

Keeping track of every single dollar you spend can be difficult, no matter how closely you track your spending and monitor your bank accounts.

Keeping track of every single dollar you spend can be difficult, no matter how closely you track you...

04/27/2026

The steps you're taking to improve your credit score may be doing more harm than good. Find out exactly what the rating agencies look for.

Improving your credit score can take a few months. So if you’re looking to get an auto or home loan,...

04/20/2026

Looking for a solution to your debt problem? A hardship plan might be the answer.

If you’re buried in credit card debt, there’s a reasonable solution that your credit card company ma...

04/13/2026

Whether it's a two-night city escape or a long weekend by the coast, micro-cations can be an ideal way to fit travel into busy lifestyles.

In a year marked by ongoing economic uncertainty and evolving consumer habits, a popular travel tren...

04/13/2026

Do you use your credit card to buy coffee? Those small charges can add up.

Credit cards can be used to buy almost anything, but using them for small purchases can seem like a ...

04/06/2026

Although there are many challenges millennials face when building a credit history, here are a few solutions.

Millennials are applying for credit cards more than most age groups, but they’re not qualifying for ...

03/30/2026

Here's how you can save on energy and cash at the same time!

Looking to cut your energy costs? It can take years for a new, more energy-efficient refrigerator or...