Many people dream of being self-employed, setting their own hours, and making more money. However, one of the biggest retirement money mistakes made by the self-employed is, well, not actually setting aside money for the future. It […]
Increasingly, investors are considering how to invest in renewable energy. This is part of a wider move toward socially responsible investing. Additionally, there are a number of apps changing the way we invest. These apps offer […]
In fact, more than half of U.S. households have some exposure to the stock market, according to the Pew Research Center. However, most of those stocks are held in tax-advantaged retirement accounts. Although a tax-advantaged […]
It’s been a crazy year so far, with a lot of changes in personal finances, retirement planning, tax planning as well as business finances. As we move toward the end of the year, it’s a […]
We read a lot about how women are falling behind financially — especially during the pandemic when women’s participation in the labor market is at its lowest level since 1986. It can be frustrating to […]
Investing in the stock market is one of the ways to grow your wealth over time. There’s a good chance that you won’t be able to meet your financial goals without investing, so it makes […]
Many people dream of early retirement but aren’t sure when it’s the right time. Here’s how you know you’re ready to retire early. Early retirement has become something of a buzzword as an increasing number of […]
For weeks — months at this point — the novel coronavirus pandemic has dominated the news headlines and our lives. Stay-at-home orders meant to curb the spread of COVID-19, along with the steps many individuals […]
Signing up for a credit card that offers the best benefits makes a lot of sense. And it’s natural to focus on highly-publicized rewards and special offers. But you might be surprised to learn that […]
One way to save for your child’s college is to use an education savings account such as a 529 plan. I’ve been putting money into a 529 plan for my son since he was 6 years old. When […]
Back when you signed the dotted line and took out your student loans, how well did you understand the terms? Maybe things were a little fuzzy, but you knew you needed the loans to pay […]
According to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, one of the top reasons marriages fail is money. If you want to keep financial problems like debt from being a major issue in your own marriage, it’s vital […]
According to a 2018 Student Loan Hero survey, 43% of college-educated Americans with student loans said they postponed buying a home because of their debt. But student loans don’t have to keep you from buying a […]
With millions of Americans dealing with more than $1.5 trillion in outstanding student loan debt, it’s no surprise that many young workers are stressed about their debt and hope to pay it off ASAP. No matter […]