Tag: income

Mortgages & Your AAA Today

What Is Home Equity? Why It Matters and How To Build It

October 01, 2025. Kate Romain

Home equity is one of the major advantages of purchasing a home. But how exactly can it help you achieve your long-term financial goals?

Life Insurance

Life Insurance Payouts and You: The Facts You Need to Know

September 07, 2025. Robert Yaniz Jr

What to expect if you are a beneficiary.

Student Lending

How to Consolidate Student Loans

September 05, 2025. Cassandra Raposo

One student loan, two student loans – oh my! How can you keep track of them all? Consolidating may help.

Auto History & Cars & Trucks

The History of the Car Cup Holder

September 05, 2025. Andrew Sheldon

We take it for granted, but it wasn’t long ago that the car cup holder didn’t exist. Here’s how it became such an important automotive feature.

Life Insurance

AAA Life Insurance Agent Testimonials

September 02, 2025. AAA Staff

Real stories about this important coverage, told by AAA’s very own life insurance agents.

Life Insurance

Ask An Agent: Common Life Insurance Questions

August 20, 2025. Sarah Vincelette

One of our AAA insurance pros gives us the 411 on life insurance, including how to know if you need it.

Student Lending

AAA Answers All Your Student Lending Questions

August 13, 2025. AAA Staff

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.

Mortgages

When You Should Buy Instead of Rent a House

July 21, 2025. AAA Staff

Are you ready to buy a house but unsure if it’s worth it — or if you have enough saved? Find out if buying is the right move for you.

Mortgages

Using a Home Equity Loan for Renovations and More

July 17, 2025. Andrew Sheldon

Home equity loans can be an effective way of paying for renovations or other major life expenses. But how exactly do they work?

Life Insurance

The Cost of Not Having Life Insurance

July 03, 2025. Kate Romain

Forgoing life insurance has far-reaching financial implications for your loved ones. Fortunately, coverage often costs less than you might expect. 

Savings

Good Debt vs. Bad Debt

June 18, 2025. Andrew Sheldon

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

Life Insurance

Love and Life Insurance

June 16, 2025. Sarah Vincelette

How do you talk about life insurance with your partner? Let’s have that conversation.

Mortgages

You Bought (or Sold) a House! What to Expect on Closing Day

June 11, 2025. Shantal Riley

A rundown of business that needs to be taken care of on closing day and what you can do to prepare.

Mortgages

Use a Reverse Mortgage to Fight Inflation

May 22, 2025. Jane Bartnett

A reverse mortgage can help you stay in your home and stay afloat as prices continue to rise.

Savings

Graduation Gifts to Get Your Grad Financially Ready

May 02, 2025. Robert Yaniz Jr

Practical gifts to help newly-minted alumni get started on the right track financially.

Budget-Wise

Grocery Shopping Tips to Save Money

April 29, 2025. Nalea Ko

Are you paying more than you have to at the grocery store?

Retirement

401(k) Rollover Mistakes to Avoid

April 02, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

When transferring retirement funds from a previous employer, explore your options and steer clear of common blunders.

Student Lending

So Far, FAFSA Filings Proceeding Smoothly

February 10, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

After a rough first year, most of the problems with the revised FAFSA form have been worked out, allowing families to file them on time.

Life Insurance

Decoding Life Insurance Jargon

January 21, 2025. Sarah Vincelette

Making sense of life insurance terms in a way that, well, makes sense.

Savings

Meet Your Financial Resolutions This Year

January 15, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

Whether you are hoping to make a big purchase, pay off debts or save for unexpected expenses, here’s how you can work toward your money goals.