Heather Moore+FollowWhy Buying a House Feels Impossible NowThinking about buying a house? You might want to grab another coffee. In Pennsylvania, it now takes nearly 7 years to save up for a down payment—and that’s actually better than the national average of almost 13 years! With home prices and mortgage rates both up, the dream of homeownership is getting pushed further out for most folks. Unless you’re moving to Detroit or West Virginia, expect to save for a while. Time to rethink that avocado toast budget! #HomeBuying #MoneyHacks #RealEstate #PersonalFinance00Share
Brian Sanchez+FollowThinking About Tapping Your Home Equity?Quick coffee break scoop: More homeowners are eyeing their home equity for extra cash, even though the number of 'equity-rich' homes dipped a bit this year. Nearly 1 in 3 folks are considering a home equity loan or HELOC to help with rising costs, but many are still worried about high interest rates and what happens if they can’t pay it back. If you’re feeling the pinch, it might be worth checking your options—but read the fine print! #HomeEquity #MoneyTips #PersonalFinance #HELOC #Homeowners00Share
Christine Baxter+FollowWhy Your Social Security Check's LateHeads up if you’re counting on Social Security or SSI: May’s payments are rolling in later than usual this year. Thanks to a quirky calendar, some folks will see three deposits this month, but don’t panic if your regular check shows up a bit late. If you rely on these payments for bills or groceries, double-check your dates so you’re not caught off guard. It’s all about timing, not a glitch! #SocialSecurity #MoneyTips #PersonalFinance #SSI #Finance60Share
Brian Sanchez+FollowWhy Buying a House Feels Impossible NowThinking about buying a house? You might want to grab another coffee. In Alaska, it now takes nearly 10 years just to save up for a down payment—and that’s actually better than the national average of almost 13 years! With home prices and mortgage rates both up, the dream of homeownership is slipping further away for many. If you’re house-hunting, you’ll need patience (and maybe a side hustle or two). Midwest and Southern cities are still your best bet for a quicker move-in. #HomeBuying #MoneyHacks #RealEstate #PersonalFinance41Share
eric01+FollowBuffett’s 6-Word Rule for Market ChaosEver feel like the stock market is a rollercoaster lately? You’re not alone. With new tariffs shaking things up, even the pros are treading carefully. Warren Buffett’s timeless tip: “Be fearful when others are greedy.” Translation? Don’t jump in just because everyone else is hyped. Wait for the sales—buy when people are nervous. It’s classic shopping logic, just for stocks. Heads up: Buffett’s stepping down as CEO soon, but his money wisdom is here to stay. #MoneyHacks #InvestingTips #BuffettWisdom #StockMarket #PersonalFinance #Business20Share
nkent+FollowAre Your Pennies Secretly Worth Millions?Ever wonder if that jar of old pennies could make you rich? Sorry to burst your bubble, but experts say those viral headlines about million-dollar pennies are mostly hype. While a rare 1943 copper penny or a mint-error coin could fetch big bucks, the odds are about as good as winning the lottery. Most wheat pennies are just worth a few cents more than face value. If you think you’ve struck gold, check a legit coin guide or get it graded before dreaming of early retirement! #MoneyHacks #CoinCollecting #PersonalFinance #LifeHacks #Finance1115Share
Shelly Powell+FollowWhy Your Mortgage Rate Won't Budge YetThinking about buying a home or refinancing? Mortgage rates are stuck around 6.7% right now, and they’re not likely to drop soon. The reason: the U.S. and U.K. just made a trade deal, but nobody knows what tariffs will look like yet. That means the economy’s in limbo, and so are rates. If you’re house hunting, don’t hold your breath for a big drop—at least not until things get clearer on the trade front. #MortgageRates #HomeBuying #MoneyTips #PersonalFinance #RealEstate00Share
Lisa Guerrero PhD+FollowUsed Cars Just Got Pricier—Here’s WhyDid you see this? China’s prepping for a financial cooldown, experts are debating how much cash you really need for emergencies, and used car prices are climbing again. If you’ve been thinking about buying a car, you might want to act fast before prices go up even more. Also, ever wonder what happens when you donate your old ride? Nonprofits are cashing in! Wild how all these money moves are connected lately. #UsedCars #Economy #PersonalFinance #China #RainyDayFund #Cars00Share
Matthew Jackson+FollowWhy Everyone’s Talking Mortgages TodayHeard the buzz? Mortgage rates aren’t budging—still hanging at 6.76% for a 30-year loan. That’s way better than last year, and people are jumping on it: mortgage applications just shot up 11%! Even with gloomy economic headlines, homebuyers and refinancers are making moves while rates are steady. If you’ve been on the fence, this could be your window to lock in a deal before things change again. #MortgageRates #HomeBuying #MoneyMoves #Refinance #PersonalFinance #RealEstate00Share
Linda Price+FollowHow We Survived Being House PoorEver felt like you finally made it—new house, happy family—only to realize your bank account is gasping for air? That’s what happened to this couple: after buying their dream home, they had just $200 left each month while living on one income. The real kicker? Even with $80K in savings, it’s easy to feel stuck. The big lesson: treat your savings like a lifeline, cut out extras (goodbye, takeout!), and find small ways to bring in cash until things ease up. Being house poor isn’t forever if you play it smart! #MoneyHacks #HomeBuying #Budgeting #PersonalFinance #LifeTips #Business20Share
