Lauren Rearick

Taking out student loans has become commonplace for many American students. Currently, more than 44 million borrowers are estimated to owe $1.5 trillion in student loan debt, and that debt has continued to rise since 2013, Forbes reported. Many…

Preparing for a vacation is stressful enough, with all of that last-minute packing, passport double-checking, and destination selection — but it can become truly worrisome if suddenly you discover a State Department travel advisory has been issued…

In the midst of a medical recovery, the last thing you want to deal with is an unexpectedly high medical bill. As Americans continue to pay an estimated $3.4 trillion yearly in health care costs, it’s likely that at some point we’ll all encounter a…

When it comes to preparing for a vacation, deciding on where to go is tough, but deciding where to stay is tougher. From hotels to hostels to Airbnbs, there are more options in choosing a temporary home away from home than ever before. If you’re…

If you’re willing to swap out your swimsuit for some snow boots, your next great vacation could include a visit to some dazzling wintry landscapes. From the mountains of California to Alabama’s only ski resort, the six destinations featured below…

It’s always great when that payday direct deposit hits, but exactly where that money hits could make a major difference in your financial future. If you haven’t yet set up a savings account to stash some of your earnings, you could be missing out on…

As the partial shutdown of the United States government enters its third week, more effects from the closure — which is impacting 800,000 federal workers — are being felt. Along with a stoppage of some Food and Drug Administration food safety…