How to Donate Your Credit Card Rewards to Charity

Laveta Brigham

Giving back is more important than ever as the coronavirus pandemic has upended the lives of millions across the globe. While Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales are a great way to save money on holiday gifts, the profits frequently go to major retailers, not local businesses or those in […]

Florida issues new emergency COVID order on public schools

Laveta Brigham

Parents fearing they might have to send their children back to in-person classes despite their coronavirus concerns can relax. The Department of Education on Monday released a new emergency order that keeps live, remote classes available as an option for the second semester of classes, along with the funding that […]

How Much Does A Home Warranty Cost?

Laveta Brigham

Adobe Stock When homeowners buy a home warranty, they have extra support to shoulder the costs of unexpected repairs on home systems and appliances. However, with numerous companies claiming to offer the best protection, finding the right coverage can be challenging when comparing cost versus value. You can make an […]

Detroit Pistons reach agreements with DraftKings, FanDuel

Laveta Brigham

The Pistons are getting into the online sports-betting game. The team announced Monday multi-year agreements to make both DraftKings and FanDuel the official sports-betting partners. The agreements will allow each sports-betting giant to use the Pistons’ logos in their marketing and the Pistons will promote both companies in Little Caesars […]

What Biden May Do for Your Finances and How to Make Money

Laveta Brigham

© NerdWallet Welcome to NerdWallet’s Smart Money podcast, where we answer your real-world money questions. This week’s episode starts with a discussion of how the incoming Biden administration might affect your personal finances. Then we pivot to this week’s question from Billy. They ask, “How do I get my hands […]