10 things to do if you lost your job & need money now
There was a legitimate stress nightmare I had last week. My boss calls me up and said, “You’re fired.” That was it, and I spent the rest of the night in a panic. Unfortunately, this happens […]
Here’s how we paid off our mortgage in just 5 years
My wife and I began thinking about the possibility of paying off our mortgage in five years after we heard of other people doing it. I know in my immediate family, no one managed to […]
Examining the different types of stocks
The ups and downs of the stock market can be downright exhilarating — or terrifying, depending on who you are. There’s a reason so many people refer to the capricious stock market as a roller […]
A simple guide to insurance for small business owners
If you own a small business, you’ve invested time and money into its startup, operation, and — hopefully — its expansion. That investment could get wiped out if unforeseen events occur. There are a number […]
Could living in a cashless society put you in debt?
Many of us default to using credit and debit cards for the sake of convenience. But in the wild world of COVID-19, some say we’re moving toward a totally cashless society at an accelerated pace. […]
How to spot fake news: A former CIA analyst explains
You can’t navigate online these days without the words “fake news” crossing your path. But what is fake news, who spreads it, and why has it become so pervasive? We talked to Cindy Otis, a […]
The best county to retire in every state
Retirement may be the time to move closer to family or put down new roots in a warm climate. Helping make that decision a bit easier is an index of the best places to retire in each of the […]
30 hilarious quotes by the world’s funniest people
Life is tougher than usual for many of us these days, so why not lighten things up a bit with the cunning words of some of the world’s funniest people? Unlike comedy, wit often requires […]
Can I pay off a personal loan early?
Perhaps you’ve gotten a raise or a bonus, and you want to pay off the remaining balance on a personal loan. Is that possible? The short answer is “yes” and, in many cases, it can be […]
How to set smart financial goals you can actually achieve
Setting goals and not reaching them is a disappointment. People often blame themselves when they fall short of a goal. If only they had tried harder, the thinking goes. But effort isn’t the only reason […]