John Pytel Realtor

08/06/2026

Looking to change the mood of the day? A little creativity can go a long way.

Creative-types can feel stalled if they don’t have a frequent creative release. But with work ...

07/30/2026

Overspending lately? Try freezing your credit cards (literally!) or one of these other clever tricks.

Overspending is easy to do with a credit card – way too easy – and can often lead to deb...

07/23/2026

Starting an emergency fund can be difficult, but cutting your extraneous spending for just one month can make it easier.

Nearly half of Americans are living paycheck-to-paycheck, and 61 percent don’t have enough money to ...

07/16/2026

Want a home with cleaner air? Try one of these air-filtering plants!

A good-looking houseplant adds pizzazz to your home. It can also be the next best thing to a live-in...

07/09/2026

State-sponsored 529 accounts are a tax-free way to pay for a child's college education.

State-sponsored 529 accounts are a tax-free way to pay for a child’s college education. Opening an i...

07/02/2026

Hint: It can cost much less than expected

Ask any jeweler how much money you should spend on an engagement ring and they’ll likely give you th...

06/25/2026

Have kids? It's never too early to start preparing for college, and student loans aren't the only way to fund their education.

The average student loan debt for a college graduate in 2016 was $37,172, according to Forbes. That’...

06/25/2026

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06/18/2026

No. 4: Don't move debt around!

The best way to improve your credit score is simple, but not always that easy: Reduce your debt. Pay...

06/11/2026

Did you know you can build your credit score with on-time rent payments? Read more.

A credit card is one of the main ways to build credit. By using a credit card wisely and not running...