Today’s top story: Don’t let money rules of thumb get you down. Also in the news: If insurance covers birth control or not, and the high cost of smoking in your car.
Don’t Let Money Rules of Thumb Get You Down
The typical down payment on a house is far less than 20%.
Does Insurance Cover Birth Control?
Most health insurance plans cover birth control without requiring you to pay anything out of pocket, but there are exceptions.
The High Cost of Smoking in Your Car
Smoking is bad for your health, but it’s also bad for your car’s resale value, which can be reduced by hundreds of dollars.
Today’s top story: How much it costs to adopt a child. Also in the news: Why money is so confusing, and the true history of credit scores.
Today’s top story: What everyone can learn from a traveler with a disability. Also in the news: Overlooked type of travel insurance that could be a lifesaver, and the USPS ‘Holiday Season’ just got longer and more expensive.
Today’s top story: Why one teacher changed careers and gave up loan forgiveness. Also in the news: What the signs are that I need a new bank, how to make extra cash by renting out your car, and how to get 100% of your student loans forgiven through the borrower defense program.
Today’s top story: How to check if your bank is greenwashing. In other news: Smart Money Podcast on how to manage medical debt and the meanings behind common real estate terms.