Planning for Retirement
No matter how far off retirement is, you should be actively preparing for it. Ideally, you want to start as early as you can but here are some tips for preparing at any age. 401K Many companies offer 401K investing options to their full time employees. If your company offers one, take advantage of it. […]
Buying your First Home
Purchasing your first home is an incredibly exciting milestone. It comes after the culmination of hard work and sacrifice. Make your home buying experience a positive one from start to finish. Check out these tips to help you streamline the process. Utilize the Internet There are numerous apps (with accompanying websites) you can download in […]
Income Tax
Many Americans dread the first few months of the year because it’s tax season. It can be stressful and overwhelming to file your taxes, and on top of that, some people end up having to cough up additional money to give to Uncle Sam. However, filing your taxes don’t have to be such a negative […]
Making Money the Easy Way
Everyone knows having a job is the most reliable way to earn a living, but did you know there are easy ways to make money doing the things you already do every day, like surfing the internet and shopping? You can get the most out of your smart phone and your time by using some […]
Managing your Money
Are you one of those people who has no idea where your money goes after you get paid? Managing money is a skill that takes both time and practice. However, if you can master this skill, it is one that will serve you well for the rest of your life. Here are some suggestions on […]
Breaking Bad Spending Habits
Do you buy all the lipstick because it’s on sale, just to find three unused tubes stuck in a drawer a year later? Or catch yourself shopping online late at night for luxury pens you don’t really need, only to regret it the next day? You can break those habits and streamline the way you […]
Invest in Your Future
Many people think of the stock market when they hear the word “investments,” but there are other ways to use your dollars and wait for a return. You don’t have to be a Rockefeller in order to make money from real estate. If you have enough savings and know-how to buy a fixer upper and […]
Loans: Funding a Business
You’ve finally decided to fulfill your entrepreneurial dreams of owning your own business breeding and training show hamsters. You’ve already written a business model, but you need a small business loan to make it all happen. There are so many options available that picking the right one for you can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t […]
The Worth of a Warranty
You’re buying Linda, your bearded dragon, an electric warming rock when the check out boy asks you if you’d like to purchase an extended warranty or service plan. You feel a panicked lump in your throat at your own indecision. Do you even need a $25 two-year warranty on a $56 product? You pretend to […]
Easy Saving Tips
We all have those times when we need extra cash. Whether we’re saving for a Disney vacation or trying to squirrel away money for a rainy day, we know we’re going to need it. There are some easy ways to save bucks without completely changing your lifestyle. Make a grocery list and stick to it […]