Allison Robertson articles

Man with a tent in his backyard and an angry neighbor over the fence.

I set up a tent in my backyard and my neighbor threatened to call the city. Are we seriously not allowed to camp in our own backyards anymore?

Is backyard camping illegal? Learn when setting up a tent at home could violate local laws or HOA rules and what you can do about it.
May 20, 2026 Allison Robertson
HOA shutting down a lemonade stand.

My kids set up a lemonade stand in our driveway, and the HOA came and made them take it down. Is a lemonade stand really a big deal?

Can an HOA shut down a lemonade stand? Learn why lemonade stands can violate HOA rules and what homeowners can do about it.
May 20, 2026 Allison Robertson
Worried older man with hand resting on head.

I tried to access my retirement savings early, and it cost me thousands. I needed the money, isn't there a way around that?

Thinking about accessing retirement savings early? Learn the real pros, cons, penalties, loopholes, and long-term financial risks before withdrawing money from your 401(k) or IRA.
May 15, 2026 Allison Robertson
Older man giving advice with american flag in background.

These Strange Financial Rules Are Affecting Your Money—And You Don’t Even Know It

Discover 20 strange financial rules affecting millions of Americans without them realizing it—from the $10,000 bank rule to hidden retirement guidelines that could impact your money.
May 13, 2026 Allison Robertson
Financial advisor and a shocked client looking over documents.

Financial Rights Most Americans Don’t Know They Have—And It’s Costing Them Money

Most Americans don’t realize the financial rights they have—this guide reveals 20 lesser-known protections that could save you money, reduce fees, and help you take control of your finances.
May 11, 2026 Allison Robertson
Concerned brunette woman working in a backyard.

I split time between my home state and my partner’s state while working remotely. Which state counts for salary purposes?

If you work remotely in two states, which one determines your salary? Learn how employers decide pay based on your official work location.
May 8, 2026 Allison Robertson
A young man with glasses sitting at an office desk.

I just found out my coworker makes more than I do for the same job. Should I ask for a raise?

Should you ask for a raise if a coworker makes more? Learn how to handle pay differences, negotiate salary, and protect your value at work.
May 7, 2026 Allison Robertson
Woman wearing glasses looking concerned.

I work remote and my company says if I move to a cheaper state, they’ll lower my salary. Can they really do that?

Can your employer lower your salary if you move states while working remotely? Learn how location-based pay works and what your rights are.
May 7, 2026 Allison Robertson
Confused older man with glasses using a smartphone.

I deleted an app after the free trial, but the charges keep coming. Doesn’t deleting it cancel the subscription?

Does deleting an app cancel a subscription? Learn why charges continue after free trials and how to stop unwanted app billing.
May 6, 2026 Allison Robertson