Josh Koebert

1 week ago | financebuzz.com | Josh Koebert |Melinda Sineriz

Getting pulled over for speeding is never pleasant, but the worst part is often the financial consequences that follow. What most drivers don't know, however, is that speeding fines can vary dramatically depending on where you're pulled over, the severity of your infraction, or even what court fees look like in your area. Although we hope you never receive a speeding ticket, it's essential to understand the potential costs associated with being stopped for driving too fast.

2 weeks ago | financebuzz.com | Josh Koebert |Melinda Sineriz

It's no secret that cars are an essential part of daily life for most Americans. Given their importance, it's also crucial for automobile owners to know how to care for them properly. Understanding what different warning lights mean, knowing how to conduct basic or routine maintenance yourself, and ensuring you have the right insurance coverage for your car can help extend the life of an expensive and essential investment. But is this the reality for most drivers?

2 weeks ago | financebuzz.com | Josh Koebert |Melinda Sineriz

No one wants to think of themselves as a reckless driver, but chances are that most are bending the rules more than they realize. Bad driving habits range from eating behind the wheel to rolling through stop signs to driving without a license or insurance. But in the spectrum of innocuous to downright dangerous, which infractions are the most common? Which are drivers OK with, and what would they never do?

1 month ago | financebuzz.com | Josh Koebert |Melinda Sineriz

In 2024, a motor vehicle was stolenevery 37 seconds in the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. With more than 90% of American households owning a car, auto theft is a very real (and costly) problem for American drivers. Even so, motor vehicle theft declined 17% from 2023, after reported thefts reached a record high of over 1 million cars stolen.

1 month ago | financebuzz.com | Josh Koebert |Melinda Sineriz

Many U.S. cities have their own culture and personality. Some may be very laid back, while others are overworked and bustling. However, some are just plain boring. What makes a city boring? While most urban cores have their own brand of charm, some fall flatter than others when it comes to culture, nightlife, and things to do. With that in mind, the FinanceBuzz team collected data on 75 of America's biggest cities and ranked them from most to least boring.