SENSE INSIDER Personal Finance, Smart Investing & Budgeting Tips

So your 11-year-old wants to make their own money. Maybe they’ve been eyeing a new video game, want to save up for something big, or they’re just tired of waiting for their allowance. Whatever the reason, the urge to earn is one of the best instincts a kid can develop and honestly, it should be encouraged. But here’s the challenge …

You’re juggling a full-time job, a household, maybe kids, and a hundred other responsibilities yet somehow you keep coming back to the same question: Is there a way to make extra money without sacrificing what little time I have left? The answer is yes. And you don’t need a business degree, a big investment, or a fairy godmother to make …

You’ve got your eye on a car. Maybe it’s a reliable used sedan that gets you to work without borrowing someone else’s keys, or a newer model that your current budget makes feel like a distant dream. Either way, you’re asking the right question: how can I save up for a car? The honest answer is that it’s completely doable …

You’ve spent decades working, saving, and maybe paying down a mortgage. Now retirement is here or getting close and everyone around you seems to have an opinion on what you should do next with your housing. “Don’t throw money away on rent.” “Build equity while you still can.” “Buy a condo and settle down.” Sound familiar? Here’s the thing: that …

You’ve spotted the car you want. Maybe it’s that sleek new electric SUV, or a practical sedan that fits your budget better as a lease than a purchase. You’re ready to walk into the dealership but then the question hits you: Is my credit score good enough to lease? It’s a fair concern. Car dealerships and captive finance companies (the …