It’s a wonderful day: the first time you realize you actually have some money in the bank. But it comes with a new question you’ve never had to answer before: “How should you use $1,000?“ Unfortunately, many people never take…
There’s a lot of hype around millennials, especially when it comes to money. Are they richer or poorer than previous generations were? Strapped with more debt? Better or worse educated? Obviously, you have to be careful when slinging around generalizations…
It’s all too easy to get stuck in a rut in your career. The average worker’s salary plateaus and then starts declining, and earlier than you’d think. According to the Federal Reserve, income growth virtually grinds to a halt by…
Are you worried about a recession wreaking havoc on your portfolio? No company or sector is completely immune to recessions, yet some do far better than others during periods of upheaval. If the specter of an upcoming recession spooks you,…
They say everything in life is negotiable. That may not technically be true, as anyone who’s ever tried to argue with the DMV knows. But you might be amazed by just how many things are negotiable. Sure, you know you can…
Nervous about bear markets, crashes, and corrections? Equities offer outstanding returns in the long term, but their volatility can be terrifying in the short term, especially for new investors. Fortunately, investors have plenty of options to reduce risk in their…
Every year, millions of Americans launch their own businesses. The Census Bureau reports over 4.3 million new business applications in 2020 alone. Roughly 4 out of 5 of these businesses are sole proprietors, according to the Small Business Administration (SBA)….
If the FIRE movement (financial independence, retire early) teaches us nothing else, it proves that it’s possible to retire within five to 10 years of getting serious about it. But “possible” doesn’t mean “easy.” As you explore what it takes…
Before you can start looking for an apartment for rent, you first need to figure out how much rent you can afford per month. Property managers and landlords compare your income to the rent before approving you, and each sets…
Once upon a time, when you reached 65 or so, your colleagues threw a party for you, you ate a slice of store-bought cake, and then you retired and never worked another day. When the average life expectancy was 65,…
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