Tim Parker

March Madness is big business for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), when its most anticipated basketball games tip off. The men’s tournament brought in more than $900 million in fiscal year 2024. Key Takeaways The NCAA earned $1.38 billion […]

Investing in a 401(k) plan may frustrate those who like to pick stocks. The available offerings through an employer can be limited and 401(k) accounts restrict most owners from withdrawals before age 59½ without penalty. Choosing stocks and controlling their

If you’re paying someone to prepare your taxes for you this year and expect a return, they may give you the option of receiving it as a prepaid debit card. While that might seem like a great convenience, some aspects

Did you know that thousands of rules govern your Social Security benefits? Luckily, a significant number of them probably don’t apply to you. To find answers to your Social Security questions, you could make your way through the agency’s sweeping

What Is a Community Property State? Community property means spouses who acquire property during marriage own property equally. If the couple divorces, community property is divided 50/50. Divorce laws vary by state, with some leaning more toward the community property

People who have reached their 50s may wonder if it’s too late in life for them to commit to a mortgage and purchase a home. Years ago, the answer would likely be yes. However, growing numbers of Americans are working,

Even in this charge-it world, there are times when having cash on hand is handy, especially when traveling out of the country. Sure, there are plenty of places waiting to make a currency exchange quick and easy. But that almost

If you have been arrested, no matter what for, one of the first things that happens during the booking process is the mug shot. States have different laws governing the public availability of criminal records, but many make mug shots

If you are a homeowner with a conventional mortgage who makes monthly payments on your home, you may have heard about biweekly mortgage payment programs as an alternative to traditional payment plans. The way to do this is by paying

Are your retirement savings a little low? You’re not alone. In fact, about 1 in 5 (21%) of Baby Boomer workers has less than $50,000 saved for retirement, according to the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies 2023 survey. If you’re