Taylor Medine is a staff writer at Forbes Advisor who demystifies complex money topics to help everyday people make more informed financial decisions. Over her nearly a decade of experience, Taylor's ...

Car insurance is a significant expense for most drivers: In September 2025, a averaged $2,671 per year, or more than $222 per month. For minimum liability coverage, it's $806 per year, or about $67 a ...

Individual retirement accounts (IRAs) are a common way to save for retirement. IRAs offer tax benefits and encourage you to leave funds untouched by imposing early withdrawal fees if you access the ...

Sophie Venz is a former Deputy Editor at Forbes Advisor. She is an experienced editor and features reporter, and has previously worked in the small business and start-up reporting space. Previously ...