Ashley is a lead editor of mortgages and loans at Forbes Advisor. She graduated from Utah Tech University with a bachelor’s in English with an emphasis in creative writing. She began her career ...

Homeowners and car owners have at least one thing in common — rising insurance premiums. The average cost of auto insurance jumped 18% between January 2025 and 2026, according to data from The Zebra.

No one said owning a home is cheap: Routine repairs and maintenance average more than $8,800 a year, according to a 2025 Bankrate study. To absorb some of that cost, more homeowners are relying on ...

While extravagant date plans are always fun, a relaxing night in with your sweetheart is the perfect way to unwind. If you're more of a homebody than an adventurer, an at-home date night is the ...