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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 […]
Looking for a one-stop-shop for all of the basic real estate investing calculations you’ll ever need? Then you’re in the right place! The math behind real estate investment calculations is really pretty simple. But sometimes […]
Tax season is stressful enough without the threat of phony tax returns, stolen personal and financial data and phishing scams. Scammers know how to navigate the complexities of tax season and turn a profit. Here […]
Going to college is a lot of work. Between studying for exams, cranking out term papers, and keeping up on homework, there is a lot to stay on top of. For student-athletes, there is even […]
According to a VRBO trend report, 82% of families are planning to travel this year. After a long period of being stuck at home, who can blame them? In the past year, home rentals outperformed […]
If you work for a company that offers a retirement plan, such as a 401(k) or 403(b), you probably have the option of making “traditional” or “Roth” contributions to your account. While having more investment options […]
Vaunting more than 100 required questions, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can vex future college students and their families. As with any lengthy form, mistakes or omissions happen. In other instances, an […]
For many students, securing financing for their education is the first major financing event of their lives, and it can feel overwhelming. On top of sorting out whether you’re eligible for federal student loans and […]
When hiring a workforce, it’s important for business owners to understand the options they have in regard to different types of workers. While the majority of businesses won’t employ every type of worker, knowing their options allows […]
Is it possible to save money and thrive in an uncertain economy? The way to move forward and progress financially is often unpredictable. But taking the right steps now could set you up for financial freedom down the […]
Negotiating a deal with the IRS can offer the tax debt help you need for making a payment – but you’ll need to have a strong argument and the information to support you claims. When […]
Special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) are shell companies that go public with the intent of buying a private business. Also known as “blank check companies,” SPACs have increasingly become a popular alternative to the traditional initial […]
What keeps you up at night? For small business owners just starting out, competition, growth, and the economy all rank as top concerns. Likewise, accounting tasks—like maintaining profitability and healthy cash flow—are also common struggles. Growing businesses regularly cite […]
Marriage is forever — unless, of course, it’s not. And for some, it takes two or three (or more) times to get it right. In fact, getting remarried multiple times isn’t uncommon in some states. […]
A streaming stick or set-top box is the easiest way to bring on-demand service like Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ and Amazon Prime Video to a regular ‘dumb’ television, projector or computer monitor. These small and affordable devices […]
With a new administration in place and new legislation proposed to help those hardest hit by the financial impacts of the pandemic, raising the national minimum wage has become a highly contested topic. While boosting […]
Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) have been all the rage on Wall Street. Almost 250 SPACs went public in 2020, four times as many as the prior year. And so far in the first two […]
Many borrowers are considering their student loan options in light of historically low-interest rates, federal student loan payments on pause at least through September 2021, and discussion of student loan forgiveness by both parties. With so many […]
If advice for paying off student loans were as simple as “Just keep paying those monthly payments,” over 45 million borrowers would have no concerns about wiping away more than $1.6 trillion in student loan […]
Financial Freedom. The ultimate goal for many of us. But what does it really mean, and how do you get here? Those are the questions that a lot of us get stuck on. Financial Freedom […]
Walton Goggins is selling his Los Angeles home, a lovely 5-bedroom home tucked behind dense landscaping just above Hollywood Boulevard. The actor, known for his prominent roles in The Shield, Sons of Anarchy, Justified or Django Unchained and now the […]
Aside from a few fluctuations, the housing market has remained resilient throughout the pandemic. In fact, homes across the country have been selling at healthy rates over the past year and into 2021. As for […]
In the early days of America, people made their way West in search of prosperity. But if you’re a woman in 2021 — you may be better off heading East. All but one state in […]
Castles aren’t as common in the U.S. compared to other parts of the world. We don’t have a possible 20,000 or more castles within our borders as Germany does. So it can be a real […]
Are you considering a personal loan to cover some upcoming or unexpected expenses, like a big graduation gift or a family trip? If so, there are ways to prevent taking on some debt that might […]
Even though a new year has started, life is still anything but “normal.” As Covid-19 continues to rage on around the world, many of us are still working from home to protect ourselves. With all […]
You may have heard rumors that it’s relatively easy to earn money using your smartphone. It’s true! You can download free money making apps, and start earning money right away. No matter your interest, there […]
There’s no doubt about it. Living a nice life in the United States costs money. But how much exactly? How much money is enough to make you happy? That seems like an impossible question. Not least […]
There’s no doubt about it. Living a nice life in the United States costs money. But how much exactly? How much money is enough to make you happy? That seems like an impossible question. Not least […]