Plus, how to set a family budget
Caregiving Can Pay
Your time matters too
A lot of people are already helping aging parents, spouses, or relatives every day. Driving them to appointments. Managing medications. Helping around the house. Basically becoming part-time caregivers without the title or paycheck. What a lot of people don’t realize is that Medicaid programs in most states may actually pay family members or close friends to provide that care. The goal is to help people stay in their homes longer instead of moving into expensive long-term care facilities, which can cost more than $10,000 a month. Here’s how these programs work, who may qualify, and how to see what’s available in your state.
Make a Family Budget That Works for Your Household
A family budget that holds up needs three things that an individual budget doesn’t: a shared plan between partners, larger buffers for unpredictable kid expenses and an honest look at how much of your lifestyle depends on both incomes continuing.
Set Your Budget →
Quick Fixes When Rent's Due
No feeling is more dire than when you think you can't make rent. Here are some quick ways to make up the gap.
Don't Miss Rent →
Need a Hundred Bucks This Week? We Got You
An extra $100 would come in handy, but who has time right not for another gig? Not us, so we came up with this list of quick ways to get money this week.
Quick Cash Run →
Save on Groceries for One Person
Being single has financial upsides, but grocery shopping solo can lead to waste. Our smart shopping guide can help you save.
Save on Groceries →
Best States For Retirement
Looking to stretch your retirement funds? These states offer low costs, tax perks and the lifestyle retirees dream of.
