by Susie Skog | Jul 3, 2026 | Insights & Trends
The typical credit card charges about 16 percent interest per year on balances, effectively adding $16 to each $100 in expenses that are left on a credit card. Some charge as much as 29 percent if youre late on a payment and have to pay penalty interest.Avoiding a...
by Susie Skog | Jul 2, 2026 | Insights & Trends
Owing more on a car loan than the car is worth”called being upside down on a loan”can make buying a new vehicle difficult.The negative equity can mean getting less for your old car at trade-in, or coming up with the extra money to pay off the old debt....
by Susie Skog | Jul 1, 2026 | Insights & Trends
Owning a pet can teach children important values that can help them throughout life.Giving and receiving unconditional love can teach acceptance and build self-confidence and trust.Recognizing and addressing a pet’s needs can build responsibility and...
by Susie Skog | Jun 30, 2026 | Insights & Trends
If you’re the proud owner of a hardwood floor, you may be engaged in a constant cleaning battle. Hardwood looks best when it’s buff and gleaming, but with a busy schedule, it can be hard to keep the floors sparkling at all times. Below are a handful of tips for...
by Susie Skog | Jun 29, 2026 | Insights & Trends
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by Susie Skog | Jun 28, 2026 | Insights & Trends
For many people, adopting an eco-friendly lifestyle is high on the list of worthwhile efforts. For others, its all about stashing cash. Consumer editors at Good Housekeeping Magazine suggest a few simple and relatively inexpensive tips that can aid in both...
