How to plan for your future
If you were given the choice between having a secure future where you can accomplish goals and achieve dreams or being financially insecure, it’s unlikely you would make the latter choice. To help turn […]
The importance of setting your long-term financial goals
Long-term financial goals are a daunting subject. A long-term financial goal is typically something that’s at least seven years ahead of you, which can feel like forever away. But setting long-term financial goals can allow […]
How Bitcoin ATMs work
What is a Bitcoin ATM? A Bitcoin ATM is a standalone machine or kiosk that serves as a portal for customers to deposit cash and receive Bitcoins. Some crypto ATMs offer only Bitcoin, while others […]
Why having emergency savings should be a financial priority
Life can be unpredictable, and financial setbacks can crop up at any time–whether that’s a job loss, medical or dental bills, a fender bender or a major appliance that suddenly stops working. An emergency savings […]
Boomers: Master these 16 practical money skills before you retire
Everyone wants to enjoy a comfortable retirement, but unfortunately, this goal feels out of reach for most people. Individuals approaching retirement can increase their chances of financial stability by working to master practical money skills that […]
What is a hedge fund? A jargon-free guide
If you’re confused about what a hedge fund is, you are not alone. Part of their allure is their exclusivity and secrecy. Hollywood only adds to that mystique in portraying hedge fund managers, such as […]
7 reasons all kids need to learn about money
Did you know: 50% of American households live paycheck to paycheck 44% of Americans don’t have enough cash to cover a $400 emergency expense The average American household’s credit card debt is $5,700 A third of Americans have saved nothing for retirement 80% of Americans’ retirement plan is […]
Nearly half of Americans retire in debt. Here’s how to beat the odds
They don’t call them the golden years for nothing — American consumers spend much of their lives working toward retirement, so many have probably thought about their ideal retirement and how to make it […]
How to plan the ultimate debt payoff strategy
Debt often has a negative connotation, but there are plenty of good reasons to have it — for example, using student loans to increase your earning potential, funding an entrepreneurial venture with a small-business […]
3 common debt payoff strategies
In the U.S., debt is a reality for many Americans. According to the Federal Reserve’s most recent report, our total national household debt is $13.95 trillion. That’s a lot of student loans, car loans, mortgages and […]