Abby Hayes

Abby Hayes

Abby Hayes is a freelance blogger and journalist who writes for personal finance blog The Dough Roller and contributes to Dough Roller's weekly newsletter.

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Should You Combine Finances After Marriage?
Personal Finance

Should You Combine Finances After Marriage?

When you get married, there are a ton of decisions to make. Here’s one you might not expect—should you combine finances after marriage?

Abby Hayes

Can You Negotiate With Your Credit Card Company?
credit

Can You Negotiate With Your Credit Card Company?

So you’re wondering if you can negotiate with your credit card company? The short answer: it depends. You need to know what you can negotiate, and how.

Abby Hayes

The 5 Things Single Parents Need to Consider about Life Insurance
Insurance

The 5 Things Single Parents Need to Consider about Life Insurance

As a single parent, you should be considering these 5 things when it comes to life insurance.

Abby Hayes

6 Ways to Stop Blowing Your Grocery Budget
Budgeting

6 Ways to Stop Blowing Your Grocery Budget

Saving money on groceries doesn't need to be difficult and it doesn't always mean cutting back.

Abby Hayes

13 Things That Can Help You Survive a Road Trip With Kids This Summer
Travel

13 Things That Can Help You Survive a Road Trip With Kids This Summer

If the thought of hours in the car with your kids doesn't thrill you, here are some tips that can make your summer road trip downright enjoyable.

Abby Hayes

How Transferring a Balance Affects Your Credit Score
credit score

How Transferring a Balance Affects Your Credit Score

Are you thinking about taking advantage of a balance transfer offer? They can help you pay off debt, but can impact your credit score as well.

Abby Hayes

How to Get the Most Out of Amazon's 'Subscribe & Save' Program
Budgeting

How to Get the Most Out of Amazon's 'Subscribe & Save' Program

You can save both time and money by automating the purchases of things you buy the most. Here's how to do it right.

Abby Hayes

Renting Out Your Home? 9 Expenses You Can Write Off
taxes

Renting Out Your Home? 9 Expenses You Can Write Off

Here are some tax deductions home renters should know about.

Abby Hayes

‘Same As Cash’ Offers: What’s the Catch?
Personal Loans

‘Same As Cash’ Offers: What’s the Catch?

These kinds of deals can sound tempting, but they can be troublesome if you’re not careful. How do they work?

Abby Hayes

What Happens to Your Credit Score When You Buy a House?
mortgages

What Happens to Your Credit Score When You Buy a House?

What happens to your credit score after you’ve purchased a home? That’s a complicated question with a complicated answer.

Abby Hayes