Derek Miller

Most people have a budget in mind when they spend money. But people in different cities tend to spend in different ways. For example in New York, the population density means high housing costs, but… Read more

There’s no question that pizza is one of the most beloved foods in America. According to a USDA report, about one in eight Americans consume pizza on any given day. That number jumps to one in four… Read more

Young adults today are less likely to move than they were in previous generations. Data from the Census Bureau shows that the mobility rate for young adults is at the lowest rate it has been at in 50… Read more

Plenty of Americans continue to work after hitting retirement age. Data from the Census Bureau shows that in 2015, 12% of Americans over the age of 70 admitted to doing some work in the previous 12… Read more

You probably know what your credit score is. At least we hope you do! But a credit score can feel a bit abstract and people may underestimate just how important it is. To highlight the importance of… Read more

Most people think they’re good drivers. But the law of averages and statistics on motor vehicle deaths suggest this isn’t the case. Some states have gained a reputation for having particularly bad… Read more

Florida is a wonderful place to raise a family. The weather is almost always great and the cost of living is also relatively low, meaning parents won’t have to break the bank to live there. Plus,… Read more

You probably picture San Jose or San Francisco when you picture tech cities. But with the cost of living in the Bay Area sky rocketing, the generous benefits tech workers receive may no longer feel… Read more

Credit scores across the country are on the rise. Up about 1% on average, according to Experian data. But does that fact hold for every generation? Millennials sometimes have a reputation for not… Read more

Worried that homes in your area are becoming unaffordable? You may be right. Home prices across America are on the rise. But home prices alone aren’t enough to determine affordability. It’s also… Read more

In today’s economy it can be difficult to get the best jobs without having a good education. Unfortunately, the cost of attending a four-year college is rising quickly, forcing many people to take on… Read more

Paying off a large amount of credit card debt can be challenging. It is especially difficult when you are saddled with high rent costs and bleak employment prospects like some millennials are. How… Read more

At SmartAsset we talk a lot about the importance of maintaining a high credit score. An excellent credit score allows you to gain access to the best rewards credit cards, the lowest mortgage rates… Read more

When it comes to raising children location is important. Parents want their children to have the opportunity to attend the best schools and also to enjoy their childhoods and make friends. But many… Read more

New York City is famous for its closet-sized apartments. San Francisco residents have become accustomed to living in tight quarters. But New York and San Francisco are extreme examples of expensive… Read more

Credit cards are a powerful personal finance tool. Used correctly they can unlock tremendous rewards, worth thousands of dollars. Used incorrectly and they can lead to spiraling debt and thousands of… Read more

Each year millions of Americans put away their work clothes for the final time and call it a career. But many of these retirees don’t just retire and stay put. Many venture off to the warmer climes… Read more

The average woman earns 80% of what the average man earns, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. The real-world implications of the pay gap sometimes get lost in the discussion around the issue. Of… Read more

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recommends spending no more than 30% of your income on housing. But in some cities across the country, people are forking more than half their… Read more

Your credit score is important. It can help determine whether you get a credit card with a 0% intro APR or a 23% APR. It can also help determine if your mortgage interest rate is going to be 3.5% or… Read more

Living in a big city can be fun. But almost everything in a big city tends to be more expensive, from meals out to groceries to morning coffee. And housing is often the most expensive part of living… Read more

When SmartAsset analyzed the best places for working women in the United States, Minnesota stood out as one of the best states. Many places in Minnesota had a high percentage of women in the… Read more