5 ways to cash in on your life insurance policy while you're alive

Life insurance provides your loved ones with financial security in the event of your death, but you may be able to cash in on your policy while you're still alive.

Tech job boom in Tampa Bay continues as companies relocate to Sunshine State

Hundreds of jobs are up for grabs in the Tampa Bay area, but one of the hottest markets right now is the technology industry. New companies keep moving to Tampa and that adds to the idea of Tampa as a major tech hub. 

Refinancing your student loans can save you $250+ per month: Here's how

Student loan borrowers who refinanced to a longer term on Credible were able to lower their monthly payments by $253 on average. Use a student loan calculator to see how much you can save.

Report: Full-time minimum wage workers can only afford rent in 7% of US counties

A recent report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition found that full-time minimum-wage workers can’t afford rent in most areas of the U.S.

Biden's Education Department hires student loan forgiveness advocate: How your college debt could be impacted

The Biden administration has hired a student loans expert who believes the Education Secretary has the legal authority to forgive student debt under executive order. Here's what that means for your college debt.

McDonald’s to bolster free child care, paid tuition to entice workers

McDonald’s plans to invest millions more into new and already-existing programs to allow its franchisees to entice new employees and retain current workers.

Does getting the COVID-19 vaccine affect your life insurance policy?

If you've received the COVID-19 vaccine, that won't jeopardize your life insurance policy. Read more to see what can disqualify you from life insurance payouts.

17% of parents took out life insurance amid pandemic: Here's how to get the best rate

The coronavirus pandemic forced many parents to take a closer look at their financial wellbeing: 17% of parents took out a life insurance policy for them or their partner, a recent survey from Policygenius found.

Parents less worried about paying for college, some still leaning on student loans, survey finds

From college cost "sticker shock" to dipping into college savings, parents are feeling more confident in paying for college in 2021 than they were in 2020, according to a new survey.