Maybe you don’t need a big emergency fund after all
How much you need in a designated emergency fund depends on many factors, not least of which is your level of non-discretionary expenses.
Jack Ryan fans: You can buy Tom Clancy’s Baltimore penthouse
See late author Tom Clancy’s penthouse in Baltimore’s Ritz-Carlton Residences, a luxury condominium complex along the city’s waterfront.
25 popular Christmas songs you’ve totally forgotten about
If you’re sick of the same old Christmas songs every holiday, these forgotten tunes may be worth adding to your playlist.
7 tips to improve your credit in the new year
If this year wasn’t the kindest to your credit, there are plenty of steps you can take to get it back on the right track. Check out a few tips to improve your credit you might […]
22 little things that can add up to big savings
You will not get rich by saving pennies. The best path to wealth is through investing and saving big on living expenses. However, that doesn’t mean you should ignore the small things. Little things add up, […]
6 easy ways to give contact-free gifts this year
Online shopping is convenient, but a physical gift might have to be returned. Here are six easy ways to give contact-free gifts this year.
The ultimate gift guide for coffee lovers
Americans love their coffee. A March 2020 survey from the National Coffee Association (NCA) found U.S. coffee consumption was up by 5% since 2015 with 7-in-10 Americans drinking coffee every week and 62% drinking coffee every day. […]
7 quick ways to reduce your monthly expenses
These expenses include everything from a mortgage to electricity bills. If you feel like more of your money is going out than coming in, finding ways to reduce your monthly expenses is a must. The […]
How does unemployment work?
Millions of Americans who never imagined they’d be out of work—especially in what was until recently an incredibly hot job market—suddenly have been forced by the coronavirus pandemic to learn the ins and outs of […]
Unrealized gains & losses 101
When an investor looks at their portfolio and sees that it has gone up or down in value, it can feel exciting or terrible, depending on the day. However, the investor doesn’t actually make or […]