9 easy ways to get a free Netflix account
If you are trying to cut costs in your budget, you may consider getting rid of some of your monthly subscription services. One of the toughest subscriptions to cut out can be Netflix, especially if you […]
15 Social Security secrets that retirees need to know
Whether you’ll rely primarily on Social Security benefits in retirement, or instead view benefits as a supplement to your retirement savings, understanding your eligibility and how to optimize the amount you receive is important. Here, […]
Are you bad with money? How to know & what to do
So, you think you’re bad with money. Welcome to the club. At some point, many people may feel this way. It’s probably no surprise, considering that the average person is given little guidance on how […]
76% of workers say racism in the workplace is a problem
With anti-racism protests spanning across the country over the past two weeks, many employees see workplaces as fertile ground for discriminatory practices that need to be addressed, a new survey suggests. Business-to-business reviews platform Clutch […]
What does asset allocation mean?
When the market is volatile, you might be hesitant to put your money into an investment portfolio. What even is a portfolio? It sounds like something complicated and slightly overwhelming. There are lots of things […]
5 times it makes sense to cancel a credit card
If you’re wondering about how to cancel a credit card, you’re likely not the only one. According to Experian, the average American holds four credit cards. But what if one of these is an unused credit […]
9 retirement mistakes you need to avoid
Retirement should be viewed as a lengthy process, not just something that happens when you turn 65. Ideally, you’re either building your nest egg — or you’re enjoying your retirement. Whether you’re young and you’ve […]
How exceeding your minimum loan payment pays off in the end
When you need a little extra cash for a big-ticket item like a wedding, home renovation, or unexpected medical bill, taking out a personal loan may be the practical choice. But, managing your debt load can be […]
Here’s how COVID-19 may change our shopping habits forever
It’s understandable that our shopping habits changed with the onset of the pandemic. But will they ever get back to normal or are our coronavirus shopping habits here to stay? The coronavirus pandemic has forced […]
Typical households will spend 17% less in the COVID-19 economy
Normally, household budgets don’t change drastically from year to year. The costs of some items may increase while others may drop, and usually the quantities purchased change slowly. Needless to say, these are not ordinary […]
How to create a financial safety net in the COVID-19 era
The coronavirus outbreak has left a lot of big question marks for all of us — and data analyst Madison Ball and his girlfriend Julia Nicholson are no exception. Nicholson, who works for the housing […]
Automated investing 101
Do you want the future of investing happening right this minute? You got it. Automated investing is the au courant name given to digital platforms that offer automated financial planning driven by algorithms. That means […]
Here are the states with the most essential businesses
A swath of the U.S. from the south Atlantic into the heartland has the greatest number of businesses deemed essential during stay-at-home orders. Nonessential businesses are now joining critical industries, opening their doors to the […]
Here’s how COVID-19 is affecting homebuyers
COVID-19 has already impacted the lives of Americans in countless ways and we continue to see new effects of the virus. The economic impact has been huge and devastating — the number of unemployed citizens across all […]
Investment property & your financial portfolio
If you’re one of the lucky few who has already built a sustainable budget, saved for an emergency and are well on your way to a healthy retirement fund, it may be time to think about diversifying […]
The 20 cities re-opening fastest amid COVID-19
Reopening plans vary in cities across the United States as state and city governments juggle the competing interests of public and fiscal health. How has their residents’ behavior changed as a result? The choice to […]
Should you consolidate debt during the coronavirus pandemic?
The coronavirus pandemic has left tens of millions of Americans out of work, and the financial ramifications of staying at home has plenty of consumers worried about mounting bills and debt. If you’re concerned about […]
Are you on track for retirement? This formula will tell you
Playing golf at the club every day? Booking a round-the-world plane ticket? Spoiling your grandchildren with trips to the zoo and three scoops of ice cream? Regardless of how you plan on spending your retirement, […]
The real reason your brokerage may not be helping you
Editor’s note: The opinions in this article are the author’s, and do not necessarily represent the views of MediaFeed.com. I have spent most of my career working for large financial institutions like Citigroup, Merrill Lynch, […]
7 ways the new PPP Flexibility Act can help your business
The president has signed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020. This law may make PPP loans more attractive to small businesses. Here are seven of the main ways it may help your business: […]
Here’s where unemployment pay isn’t covering COVID-19 losses
With the coronavirus pandemic pummeling the U.S. economy, unemployment claims have spiked to historic levels. As a result, the U.S. government included a key measure in the $2.2 trillion economic relief package designed to help […]
How to create an investment plan for your child
You just had a baby. In addition to important short-term decisions like whether to use cloth or disposable diapers, this is a great time to plan for your child’s financial future. Yay, you think, another […]
Survey: 46% of small business owners worried they don’t have enough money to reopen
Even as states and cities allow more businesses to reopen, many entrepreneurs are anxious about doing so. Nearly half of small business owners worry they cannot afford to resume normal operations following mandated closures to […]
15 ideas for opening your own Etsy shop
If you’ve got some extra time on your hands due to the coronavirus pandemic, you might consider using that time to bring in some extra cash. It could feel great to pour your energy into creating […]
Can’t pay your bills? Here’s how to prioritize them
When you’re struggling to make ends meet, bills like a mortgage, auto loan, credit card and more can pile up. It’s easy to lose sight of financial priorities when you’re facing such hardship. But some […]
The 7 biggest retirement fears for Americans today
Americans have always struggled to save. Many live paycheck to paycheck, on the very edge of financial security. Historically, that savings shortfall has been all the more dramatic when it comes to saving for retirement. But […]
5 strategies for paying your student loans when you’re broke
Note that the government is allowing an interest-free pause for repayment on most federal student loans through the end of September 2020 to help ease the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Many other lenders and […]
5 ways to stay productive working from home
Working from home isn’t a new concept. Before COVID, around 16% of the total workforce , or 26 million Americans, were already working from home at least part of the time. And now? It’s likely millions more. […]
8 ways COVID-19 may change our health & finances forever
For weeks — months at this point — the novel coronavirus pandemic has dominated the news headlines and our lives. Stay-at-home orders meant to curb the spread of COVID-19, along with the steps many individuals […]
9 simple ways to lower your cell phone bill
Cell phones are an essential part of our everyday lives, but their monthly cost can sometimes be too much to handle. As with many other expenses, your cell phone bill can build over time without […]