It has been said that those who would frivolously waste an hour don’t understand the true potential of living a full life. And those who would waste a penny are capable of wasting incalculable amounts of money. The average consumer wastes over $5,400 annually impulse buying things they don’t need or want. Keep a budget […]
Medicare is a federal health insurance program that provides coverage to millions of Americans who are over 65 or have certain disabilities or medical conditions. However, getting started on Medicare can be confusing and overwhelming, especially if you are not familiar with the program. In this blog post, we will discuss five important facts about […]
Presently, millions of Americans do not know how to live debt-free. As young adults, they start with taking out student loans for their college education, often for a profession that does not pay that much. Then they add on several credit cards and end up with thousands of dollars in debt by the time they […]
The cost of living during retirement, especially when it comes to housing, is an expense that many retirees must monitor closely. Financial markets fluctuate, cost of living expenses increase all the time, and personal life events can precipitate the need to adjust retirement plans. Many retirees live on set incomes and have modest levels of […]
Throughout the years, we have learned that storms are unpredictable and can cause a great deal of physical and emotional damage. Similarly, financial storms that result from real world weather can also be devastating, requiring years of reconstruction. Even though preparing for a financial storm does not guarantee safety, addressing the most common vulnerabilities well […]
Even if you are vigilant in your consumer spending habits, always bring a list, and try to buy what you need, we are all guilty of impulse spending. A dirty little secret you should be aware of is that retailers and businesses hire consultants to conduct social experiments and research studies to help them get […]
In this life there really is no such thing as “easy money.” Except, a treasure might just be jangling around in your coat pocket. Coin collectors search for rare, misprinted, uncirculated and one-of-a-kind error coins of value, and that includes pennies! If you know what you’re looking for, that discarded chuck of metal in your desk […]
Refinancing your mortgage can be a good idea for a number of reasons. Interest rates might be lower. You might be looking to reduce your loan’s term. Or you might need to access a portion of your home’s equity for debt consolidation purposes You must, however, give refinancing some thought before pulling the trigger. Under the wrong […]
Winning the lottery is a life-changing event that brings with it immense excitement, joy, and, often, a sense of overwhelming disbelief. Suddenly coming into a significant amount of money can be both thrilling and overwhelming. While it’s tempting to start indulging in luxurious purchases and exotic vacations, it’s crucial to approach this newfound wealth with […]
Financial independence, retire early, known as FIRE, is an early retirement movement that encourages people to retire from life as early as possible instead of waiting for old age. Easier said than done. The reality is that most Americans are not preparing for retirement, don’t have enough savings for retirement, or are unable to save […]
