David McMillin writes about credit cards, mortgages, banking, taxes and travel. Based in Chicago, he writes with one objective in mind: Help readers figure out how to save more and stress less.

Question: “If I have two dependents in my living trust, what is the maximum amount I can put in a CD? I would have three total including myself. Are each of us covered up to $250,000 in one bank ...

"It is VERY unusual for her to have followed this woman. And when a baby wombat is separated from its mum, it will follow anything it sees to find safety—including you. They don't always find ...

a 4-year CD next year and a 3-year CD the year after that. Then, in 2030, you'll have the returns of all three CDs to use to your advantage. "This helps you stay disciplined when trying to achieve ...

Eamon Gallagher “We were what is called a coasting school – we were getting okay results, but because of our demographic we should have been getting exceptional results,” said principal ...

There’s a significant contrast between those who have a close-knit family and those who don’t. This contrast often lies in the unique qualities they develop as a result of their circumstances.