15 ways to overcome your bad financial decisions
While bad financial decisions can set you back, it’s important to remember that mistakes can also be an opportunity to learn and grow. While you can’t go back and undo the things you’ve done […]
Tread carefully into the market this summer, investment pro warns
A Tale of Three Spreads I’m not talking about a mezze platter. In this macro-obsessed environment, I want to take a moment to focus on some less headline-worthy market indicators that can be important […]
Home insurance prices are rising even faster than inflation. Here’s why
Homeowners insurance prices continue to climb in the United States amid skyrocketing inflation and natural disasters, with premiums up 12.1% compared to a year ago, according to a Policygenius analysis of internal policyholder data. […]
Planning for retirement: How to get started
Do you want to retire sometime soon? Planning for retirement is a process that allows you to plan for the future and live the lifestyle you want. It’s important to start saving as soon […]
This is the fastest-growing state in America
It’s no secret that people are moving around the United States a lot lately. Ever since the rapid increase in housing prices and the rapid decrease of employment since the pandemic, people have been searching […]
How to prep for a recession — and come out financially stronger
High inflation and slowing spending may be putting the U.S. economy on the path to a recession, an extended period of economic decline. If you were born in 1985, this would be the fifth […]
7 popular money challenges that could actually help you save
A money saving challenge makes saving fun again. The Biweekly Money saving challenge is a great one to start with. It requires putting away cash for 26 weeks or every other week for one year. […]
Retiring into a bear market: 5 common mistakes to avoid
We are currently in the midst of a bear market, and for those nearing or in retirement, this can be a scary time. A bear market occurs when “securities fall 20% or more from their previous […]
Could a home office actually lower your home value?
The working from home revolution that arrived with the pandemic appears to be here to stay — just as the pandemic itself sometimes appears to be. About three quarters of the increase in […]
Here’s how much George W. Bush is actually worth
Current occupation: Public speaker, author, artist, philanthropist Current Net worth:$40 – $50 million Current verifiable annual salary: $200,000* George Walker Bush is an American politician and the 43rd president of the United States. His net worth is […]
Can loyalty programs really help you beat inflation?
Everyone loves a bargain or a deal — even more so during a period of rising prices — which is why 8 in 10 Americans are members of at least one loyalty program. In […]
11 smart habits of the ultra-wealthy
When you think of wealthy individuals, do you think of playboy heirs and vapid heiresses? Perhaps slovenly lottery winners? People who just stumbled or lucked their way into wealth? Maybe you picture self-indulgent tycoons, […]
What happens to your 401(k) when you die?
It’s a sad fact, but we’re all mortal and one day we will all die. This is true whether we have retired or not and there’s a 100% chance of that happening. According to Vanguard, […]
Could debt settlement save your financial life?
Debt settlements are a possible way for borrowers to resolve a default or delinquency on a loan account. A debt settlement is when your lender or creditor agrees to settle your debt on modified terms. […]
20 ways to build financial security
Half of Generation Z — those born between 1997 and 2012 — are now coming into adulthood or are already adults. With advertisers and marketers already targeting this tech-savvy generation, Gen Z needs to establish […]
Here’s how much Bill Clinton is worth
Current occupation: Author, Teacher, Philanthropist Current net worth: $120 million combined net worth with wife Hillary Verifiable current income: $200,000* William Jefferson Clinton is an American politician and the 42nd U.S. president serving two terms from 1993-2001. He […]
The pros & cons of a Biden student loan forgiveness plan
The Biden administration has taken steps to ease the student debt burden, including forgiving $26 billion in student loans. The White House is also considering canceling debts more broadly for millions of borrowers. While the […]
10 genius ways to sell your home fast
When you want to sell your house quickly, you need to get it right the first time around. Those with more time to leave their homes on the market can enjoy a period of trial […]
6 hidden travel fees you should never pay
If you’re planning to travel soon, you’re probably eager to get out of town, kick back and explore a new destination. But don’t be too quick to book the first flight or resort you find […]
You can buy this NYC townhome where Princess Leia once lived for $11.5M
It’s been a little over five years since the tragic passing of both Carrie Fisher and her mother, Debbie Reynolds, who died within 24 hours of each other. Both A-list actors with thriving careers that […]
50 ways to make an easy extra $100 a day
Busy but kind of broke? Join the club. The internet is full of lists about ways to make $100 a day in passive income, but if you’re not prepared to sell an organ or become […]
These US billionaires are still profiting off the pandemic
While Russian billionaires have been the focus of attention due to the ongoing fighting in Ukraine and the ensuing sanctions against Russian individuals and entities, their counterparts in the United States have accumulated an additional $1.7 trillion […]
Here’s why ‘recession angst’ is intensifying, investment professional says
Recession Angst Intensifying While performance across most assets has been less than inspiring thus far in 2022, there’s been a notable tone shift of late. Whereas inflation and monetary policy were the primary market […]
Are inflation woes hurting your health?
Too much stress can kill you. New and old research agree that too much stress can hurt a person’s health. So far this year, inflation has been one of the top concerns for […]
The best US cities for an early retirement
Fewer Americans plan to work past the age of 62. In a March 2022 survey conducted by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, 49.2% of Americans plan to work past the age of 62, a […]
49 ways to make extra cash ASAP
“Side hustle” has become quite the buzzword, which makes sense since 45% of working Americans report having a side hustle. A side hustle, in addition to your full-time job, is one of the quickest ways […]
Inflation eating away at your retirement savings? Try this strategy
If you haven’t checked your 401(k) for the past six months (and you probably shouldn’t), you’re in for a bad surprise. The S&P 500 has fallen by 20% since the start of the year, […]
This is Joe Biden’s current net worth
Current occupation: President of the United States of America Current net worth: $9 million Current salary: $400,000 Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr. has spent his professional life in public service, acting as the U.S. senator from Delaware for 36 […]
Hyperinflation: What it is & how to avoid it
The year 2020 showed all of us we are living in stressful and out-of-control times. There are many possible threats to our financial system and livelihood. One of them is hyperinflation. This article will provide […]
3 simple strategies to pay down debt this summer
If you’re carrying debt, the time to take action is now, says Matt Schulz, LendingTree chief credit analyst. “Interest rates are rising, so credit card debt is only going to get more expensive in the […]