7 simple habits of successful investors
On the surface, investing might seem to be all about making big plays at the right times. But when you dig deeper into why a successful investor made an amazing decision, it’s typically because they’ve […]
Average cost of medical school
Did you declare you’d be a doctor someday back when you were just a little kid? Perhaps your parents bought you one of those toy medical bags, with a plastic stethoscope and tiny bottles for […]
How I started working as a movie extra
This is easily one of the most creative ways to earn extra money if you have the opportunity. I did this in college and will go over everything from how I signed up to be an extra, […]
10 easy ways to cut unnecessary expenses
If you had asked your mom 20 or 30 years ago if they could envision a future without a cable box and a landline, the look you would have received would be total confusion. Yet, […]
20 ways to get free drinks at Starbucks
I love Starbucks. It is one of those small luxuries that enriches my life. Of course, as a money-conscious individual, I definitely love Starbucks “hacks” to get items I love for free. How do I accomplish that? […]
Unemployment’s on the rise. Here’s how to protect your finances
Some 898,000 Americans applied for unemployment in early October, the Department of Labor reported Thursday. Up about 53,000 from the week before, this continues a trend of rising unemployment claims. With jobless benefits running dry, there […]
How to buy a home with less-than-perfect credit
When newlyweds Ronald and Kyra Sells, 26 and 22, began their homebuying process months before their wedding, they felt confident that they’d qualify for a mortgage. However, with scores at 610 and 680, respectively, the […]
Investing in retail stocks
Walking into a favorite store may bring on a little rush of adrenaline with the anticipation of buying something needed, wanted, or longed for. Items are diligently picked up and tried on or tested out, […]
What is modern portfolio theory?
No man is an island, and according to modern portfolio theory (MPT) — no investment is either. The theory provides a foundation for building a portfolio of multiple investments to address the dual goals of minimizing risk […]
19 ways you can pay it forward on a budget
Giving to charity can not only lower your tax bill, but it can also help you feel like you’re making a positive impact on the world. But according to the Federal Reserve, nearly 40% of […]