If you’re planning a trip and want to know if the destination is safe to visit, there are so many resources at your disposal to help you decide. As someone who has traveled full time as a for three years, I’ve come to rely on a few useful sources for gathering destination safety and trip…
Medigap Plan G is one of 10 plans. Medigap assists with fees such as coinsurance, copayments and deductibles that aren’t covered under Medicare Part A and Part B, also known as . After Medicare pays its approved portion of medical costs, Medigap Plan G helps supplement remaining out-of-pocket expenses. You must pay a separate monthly…
There are several options available to you when you need to find a loan to purchase a home. For example, you can work with a mortgage broker who will take your specific needs and circumstances into account and compare rates from a variety of lenders. You could also research lenders on your own and work…
From Sept. 23 through Nov. 3, 2021, the Chase-issued and are increasing their sign-up bonuses to their highest levels to date. The will offer this bonus for new cardholders: Previously, the card’s bonus was phrased this way: “Earn 3 Free Nights (each night valued up to 50,000 points) after spending $3,000 on purchases in your…
Rewards optimizers who lament not being able to pay rent — often the largest monthly bill — with a credit card can finally rejoice. offers a Mastercard that allows you to not only earn rewards when you pay rent, but to earn them with no fee. The rewards you can earn from the card can…
When it comes to compensation, the more you make, the more you pay — in taxes, that is. So if your employer provides you with the option of deferred compensation, it can be an intriguing way to put off that tax burden. However, weighing all the benefits and drawbacks can help you determine if using…
If you’re thinking about keeping your leased vehicle, or maybe buying it to resell, a lease buyout calculator can help with your decision. You can input information about your current lease to see these estimates: Total amount you will pay to buy out your car lease (whether you use cash or take a loan). The…
Business interruption insurance, also called business income insurance, reimburses small business owners for their operating expenses and lost income after a major disaster. Business interruption insurance typically doesn’t cover damage from floods, earthquakes or pandemics. It is often sold as part of a business owner policy, or BOP. Business interruption insurance coverage often includes a…
From July 1, 2021, to Sept. 30, 2021, cardholders will earn 5% cash back on up to $1,500 in combined quarterly spending in the following categories (once you activate them), and 1% back on all other non-bonus categories: Chase Freedom Flex℠ Grocery stores. Select streaming services. Discover it® Cash Back and select Discover cards Restaurants.…
Setting up a payroll system for your small business may seem like a daunting task, but it can be broken down into small steps. Before you can hire an employee, you need to have some things in place, such as an Employer Identification Number, or EIN, and an employee handbook. Once you have these bases…