Ways to plan for funeral expenses
Dying is expensive and, as you might expect, where you live can dictate just how expensive. On average, the cost of a casket ranges from $7,000 to $9,000…
Author: Rick Good
Rick Good spent ten years in the newspaper business, including with The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) and The Greenville News (Greenville, SC). He co-wrote, with Melinda Coleman, Rutledge to Riley: Governors of South Carolina, 1776–Present (Published by The Greenville News), and is the author of Mind Games Trivia #1 (Amazon). He has recently spent 15 years creating original trivia content through Sounds Good Mobile Entertainment and continues that with his new company, SGME Software. He edits The Smart Reader's money, real estate, and business coverage.
Student loan match plan may help young employees
Student loan payments have emerged as one of the primary obstacles to retirement saving, but a new plan may change that. Provisions in the Secure 2.0 Act…
Bitcoin halving occurs in April
With Bitcoin prices soaring to more than $60,000 in March this year, the cryptocurrency is about to enter a halving period expected in April, which will…
The longest food waitlist in history
You’ve probably been there. A hot new place just opened up. But just getting in requires a reservation and an hourlong wait. Who wants to wait an hour to…
Why grocery carts have wonky wheels
Practically everyone has been there. You’re pushing a cart along in your favorite grocery store and everything seems fine. Then you hear it: The dreaded…
Can 3D printing make the affordable housing dream come true?
Rising housing prices have been a major source of inflation. Some worry that those who don’t already own homes may end up priced out of the market for…
Ask the Expert
How can I finance a new home before our present home is sold? This is a common dilemma, especially for those who need to move for their careers. It’s not…
Thinking about a house? Do this first!
Spring has arrived and the real estate market is about to take off. If you are considering your first home, you probably know you need a lender and money…
Living a courageous life
When you think about people with courage, soldiers and firemen probably come to mind. But courage is about more than how people react to traumatic events….
Learn to be more patient: To work more effectively, stop rushing
This exercise can help you cultivate patience in your work and life. When you find yourself in the middle of a project, a relationship, or your journey…