Tools & Apps

In this review, we take a look at the AAA ProtectMyID service. We’ll cover its features, how it works, the cost, and how it stacks up to other identity protection tools and services. Monitoring your credit for fraudulent activity can be exhausting. You have the choice to either check all three bureaus regularly for new…

I recently took a new job in another state, which caused me to sell my home and find a place to rent. I’ve now been renting for over a year and must say that I love it. I like not having to worry about repairs or paying property taxes. But one of the things I…

With all of the data breaches in recent years, it’s no surprise that many people are looking for ways to monitor their credit. Not only do you want to watch your credit for identity theft, but it’s also important to make sure your credit is in good shape so you can take advantage of the…

Can a simple app help you save money painlessly? That’s the goal of the Oportun app. In our Oportun review, we put it to the test to see just how well it works. Automating your finances is a cornerstone of sound money management. Chief among automation priorities is savings. But how can you automate savings…

Good credit is essential to your financial health. However, building credit can be challenging. Luckily, there are some excellent credit-building apps out there to help you do just that. We researched to find the best apps to build your credit score in 2024. This guide will provide insight into what each of these credit builder…

Debt is a major problem for many Americans. For some, their debt isn’t a problem because it is so-called good debt, such as a mortgage. But for many, their debt is in the form of credit card balances, payday loans, or other expensive forms of debt. When you’re in debt, it can feel like an…

In this review, we will compare You Need a Budget (YNAB) with EveryDollar, two popular budgeting tools. Both can help you achieve the same goal, but their features and usability are different. In a Nutshell YNAB is for those who want a comprehensive tool to categorize spending as they go and better understand financial habits….

YNAB and Quicken are two of the most popular budgeting platforms available. There are numerous similarities between the two platforms. Both provide budgeting, and give you the ability to take greater control of your finances. YNAB focuses additional efforts on helping you to get out of debt, as well as saving money. It’s an excellent…

Empower and Wealthfront are two of the most popular investment managers. And while they have similar investment platforms, each caters to a very different clientele. Empower is oriented toward those who are looking for traditional human investment management, but at a lower fee. It also offers a substantial amount of budgeting and personal finance management…