Liubomyr Vorona / iStock.com A few dollars here and there might not seem like much, but checking account fees can get very expensive. If customers don’t keep track of their banking activity and preferences, they could be charged hundreds of dollars. Read on to find out about the costly banking mistakes experts want customers to look out for. Overdraft Fees The dreaded overdraft fees can add up if customers make them a habit. Geri Hopkins, chief operating officer (COO) at Skyla Federal Credit...

What tax benefits does owning a home offer? There might be some that homeowners are missing out on. Here are some of the ones experts recommended looking into before homeowners file their taxes. Get the Mortgage Interest Deduction Greg Clement, CEO and founder of Freedomology, an app designed to help people achieve financial freedom, pointed out that the mortgage interest deduction is probably the most popular way homeowners benefit when it comes to taxes. With it, homeowners can deduct home...

Those in their 50s might be looking toward retiring and wondering if they have enough money to live a comfortable life. Picking up a side gig might be a way to make more money in the golden years. Doing this extra work could be beneficial for many reasons beyond money. Here are some advantages to picking up a side gig as a senior, according to career experts. Generate More Money During Retirement Experts recommended that savvy seniors find a gig that can last long into their retirement. The...

Classic cars might seem like a sound investment, but some are just not worth the high price. Even if owners kept the cars in great condition, some may never sell for more than the owner paid. Here’s a look at what car experts said are the classic cars that are not worth the cash. Also see seven things to know if you want to buy a classic car. Ford Pinto (1971-1980) What use is a car if it’s too scary to drive? Erin Kemp, a consumer advocate for Bumper, said that the Ford Pinto’s safety...