MILP: Budgeting 101

Tag: financial

Budget-Wise & Life Insurance

How To Save Money on Life Insurance

September 23, 2024. Sarah Vincelette

Get all the benefits and peace of mind from your life insurance policy ā€“ without straining your budget.

Homeowner's Insurance

How To Deal With an Unexpected Pet Emergency

September 11, 2024. Sarah Vincelette

Having a plan in place can help you keep calm and get your pet the help it needs right away.

Auto Loans

What To Do if You Can’t Afford Your Car Payment

September 11, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Times are tough. If you are struggling to pay back your car loan, here are some options that can help you turn your situation around.

Life Insurance

Term vs. Whole Life Insurance: What Is the Difference?

September 03, 2024. Robert Yaniz Jr

Thinking about life insurance but not sure if you should go with a whole or term policy? We explore the basics of each to help you determine which plan is right for you.

Mortgages

Is Marry the House, Date the Rate a Good Homebuying Strategy?

August 27, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Is now the right time to buy a house? If you utilize the strategy of “marry the house, date the rate,” the answer could be yes.

Life Insurance

Building Your Financial House With Insurance

August 22, 2024. Sarah Vincelette

How to strategize for your financial future with a helpful metaphor as your blueprint.

Retirement

When Should You Take RMDs?

August 21, 2024. Meredith Bethune

Is it better to take your required minimum distributions monthly or annually? Here are the pros and cons associated with the timing of RMDs.

Retirement

Money Mistakes to Avoid in Retirement

August 13, 2024. Meredith Bethune

Ready for retirement? Consider these factors when planning to get the most from your savings.

Savings

Good Debt vs. Bad Debt

August 06, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Is there such a thing as good debt? What types of debt should you avoid? We answer these questions and more.

Air Travel

How to Manage Your Money Abroad

August 01, 2024. Karon Warren

Tips for exchanging, spending and keeping your foreign currency safe when traveling.

Retirement

Good Questions to Ask a Financial Advisor

July 30, 2024. Meredith Bethune

When it comes to something as important as retirement planning, you want to ensure youā€™re putting your goals in to the right hands.

Life Insurance

Why It’s Never Too Early to Start Thinking About Life Insurance

July 22, 2024. Robert Yaniz Jr

Start planning for the future and take advantage of low rates by getting life insurance coverage as soon as possible.

Electric Vehicles

EV Rebates 101: 2024 Edition

July 21, 2024. AAA Staff

With so many incentives, is now the time to go electric? Thatā€™s the question many car shoppers are asking themselves.

Auto Loans

How to Pre-Qualify for an Auto Loan

July 18, 2024. Nicole Wakelin

Pre-qualifying for an auto loan is the first step to securing a loan and driving away in a new car.

Retirement

Retirement Withdrawal Strategies to Think About

July 17, 2024. Meredith Bethune

How to ensure your nest egg lasts through your golden years.

Student Lending

AAA Answers All Your Student Lending Questions

July 16, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Securing financial aid can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. AAA pros provide all the answers you need to successfully navigate the process.

Auto Loans

When Do You Need a Cosigner for a Car Loan?Ā 

June 20, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

If you’re young or have poor credit, a cosigner can provide a big boost to your car loan application.

Homeowner's Insurance

Homeowners Coverage When Lightning Strikes

June 20, 2024. Maddy Osman

Damages caused by lightning, as well as subsequent fires, are covered by nearly all homeowners insurance policies.

Student Lending

New FAFSA Form Rollout a ‘Bumpy Ride’ But Don’t Give Up

June 11, 2024. AAA Staff

Filling out a FASFA form is one of the most important, yet often confusing and underutilized steps in the college enrollment process.

Life Insurance

Why Life Insurance Through Work Isnā€™t Enough

June 10, 2024. Sarah Vincelette

The life insurance provided through your place of work is a valuable benefit, but not having supplemental coverage could leave you and your family exposed to financial risks.