John Cruz' parents both suffer from chronic health issues and are in their 70s. Both have had falls that have resulted in broken bones, so their mobility is compromised. Cruz (not his real name) has helped them out two or three times per week for years. "Before the pandemic, they needed … [Read more...] about Caring for aging parents from a distance
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Free Consumer Action Handbook offers help on variety of consumer issues
It's not always easy for consumers to resolve issues, know what’s a scam or who to turn to for assistance. The government wants to help consumers make informed decisions on many topics, including banking, cars, credit, education, employment, food & nutrition, health care, housing, … [Read more...] about Free Consumer Action Handbook offers help on variety of consumer issues
20 smart habits of millionaires you should adopt
The following is a guest post from Pauline of InvestmentZen.com. The best way to become a millionaire is to learn from people who are already there. After all, you are the average of the handful of people you surround yourself with. And as you can see from the list below, these 20 habits of … [Read more...] about 20 smart habits of millionaires you should adopt
How to insure future trips in case of a crisis
What if it happens again? What if coronavirus resurges this summer, just as you’re leaving for a well-deserved vacation? Or during the winter holidays? Many travelers are looking for ways to protect their next trip from another wave of the virus. One of them is Baron Hanson, who takes frequent … [Read more...] about How to insure future trips in case of a crisis
How to purchase travel insurance
Travel insurance is no longer optional. After hundreds of thousands of travelers lost deposits, nonrefundable tickets and activities because of the recent outbreak, it's more or less mandatory. But how do you buy travel insurance after this is over? "There are various coverages that could be … [Read more...] about How to purchase travel insurance
5 quick ways to save money right now
If you’re one of the millions of Americans who took a pay cut or lost a job as the result of the recent crisis, then you’re probably looking for ways to save money ASAP. From your cellphone to your grocery bill, here’s a look at strategies for tightening your belt right now. Negotiate … [Read more...] about 5 quick ways to save money right now
Work-at-home-jobs you can do now
Our current reality may make you reluctant to take people-centric positions for fear of getting sick. But if you don’t want your finances to expire while you sit out the crisis, you’ll need an alternative. Consider remote jobs for the new era. What kind of jobs are these? They vary widely, from … [Read more...] about Work-at-home-jobs you can do now
What to do if you can’t pay your rent
As a new month approaches, many tenants are panicked about how to scrape together the money for next month’s rent. More than 22 million Americans have filed for unemployment in the past month, and many state unemployment offices are backlogged. The CARES Act offers forbearance and blocks … [Read more...] about What to do if you can’t pay your rent
What to do if you can’t pay your bills
There’s no doubt that for many people have suffered a big toll on their finances. Whether you’re down an income (or two) in your household, or waiting on unemployment or small business help, you might be stressing about what to do with the stack of bills that is piling up or on the way. On the … [Read more...] about What to do if you can’t pay your bills
Try these expert negotiation strategies for refunding or rescheduling your vacation
Refund or reschedule? As the current crisis deepens, that’s the difficult choice many travelers face. And either way, they may need a few expert negotiation strategies to recoup the value of their canceled vacations. “At this point, everything is negotiable,” says Casey Halloran, chief executive … [Read more...] about Try these expert negotiation strategies for refunding or rescheduling your vacation
Travel deals: It’s a buyer’s market, but should you buy?
The travel deal was too good to pass up. For just $500, Danielle Tedrowe could enjoy a week at the five-star Live Aqua Beach Resort in Cancún, Mexico, this fall. "It was a phenomenal rate," says Tedrowe, a property manager and travel agent from Austin, Texas. An 80% discount for an ocean … [Read more...] about Travel deals: It’s a buyer’s market, but should you buy?
What to know about buying a car now
Even during a global shut-down, sometimes you need to buy a car. After all, if you have to get from Point A to Point B, you have to get there – and this isn’t a time when a lot of people want to take public transit. Of course, you may have financial reasons for wanting to buy a car now despite … [Read more...] about What to know about buying a car now
