The Ascent Articles

You don't need to earn a massive salary to become a millionaire. Discover a proven method that could get you there on an average income.

Becoming a freelancer is an adjustment, but it can provide certain perks. Here's how one freelance writer has improved her finances.

When you're booking business-class airfare, mistakes can be expensive. Find out which ones could cost you the most.

A Citibank account (with a hefty balance) could be your ticket to a free Costco membership. Discover how this benefit works and what it takes to qualify.

This writer doesn't skimp on emergency savings. Read on to see why.

Rent prices have quickly increased over the past few years. Read on to find out how to lower yours.

Some credit card perks don't live up to their name. Learn which three popular perks aren't as valuable as you think.

Checking accounts replace cash in wallets. Here's where to find the best checking accounts for high school teens.

Airline elite status includes lots of perks, especially in the highest tiers. Check out the most valuable ones and learn how to get them without elite status.

It's possible to earn a competitive rate with a CD, but there's also another option out there that can reliably produce a better ROI. Learn more here.

The sooner you buy pet insurance, the more it can do for you. Read on to learn more.

CDs offer a safe way to grow the wealth you've worked so hard to build. Find out how to know if they're right for you.

Picking the right type of credit card is important. Find out which type of card I think is the best choice for most consumers.

It's a good thing to be able to do your job from another location. But read on to see why taking a true vacation is so important.

A $2 million nest egg may be within your reach. But it'll take some planning. Read on to learn more.

Housing, transportation, and food costs have soared. Read on to find out how to lower your expenses.

Having multiple credit cards has several benefits for your wallet. Here are three you should know about.

A checking account isn't the place to keep large amounts of money. Discover a rarely discussed downside of doing so and how it could lead to financial issues.

Buying gift cards at Costco could save you between $10 and $30 each. Learn which gift cards have the best value.

Small business credit cards can be powerful tools. Here's how many you should have in your (metaphorical) toolbox.

Sometimes, spending less boils down to setting rules for yourself. Read on to learn more.

Credit card surcharges are a frustrating and increasingly common practice. Find out why you may want to stop shopping at businesses that do this.

Buying Costco's Kirkland Signature brand isn't the only way to reap savings. Look to these five brand-name health and beauty products for a bargain at Costco.

Going to Costco often enough to cover your membership fee is important, but you don't want to go too often. Here's how to find a balance.

With credit cards, it pays to be mistake free. Learn about some of the most common credit card mistakes and how to avoid them.