Retiring at 50 is an aspiration for many people who want to spend more time pursuing their passions and enjoy life in a more relaxed manner. With that said, in order to experience the obvious advantages of retiring at 50, it is vital to plan ahead and make sure you are financially secure during retirement. […]
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3 Famous Millionaires Who Failed at First
There is no such thing as a true overnight success. We take the success of some famous rich people for granted as if they were born into success or had it handed to them. But some truly self-made success stories spent years or decades learning from their mistakes before becoming rich. Here are three well-known […]
How to Plan for a Long Retirement
Time should be used as a tool, not a crutch. If you are planning for retirement, you don’t have a second to lose, especially if you are middle-aged. The typical retirement age is 63. If you are fortunate to be healthy, you might live for a long time. The average person is lucky to live […]
How Many Credit Cards Is Too Many?
Maintaining a balanced approach to credit card ownership is key. In this article, we’ll explore how to discern when the number of credit cards you hold might be too many, and when it aligns with your financial goals. Understanding your financial situation is the foundation upon which you can determine the optimal number of credit […]
8 Top U.S. Cities to Retire to On a Monthly Income of $2,200
Living on a fixed income can be a challenge for most retirees. Data shows that the average 65-year-old in the U.S. can expect to live for another 20 years and one in three people above the age of 65 are likely to live to the age of 90. Fortunately, there are a number of places […]
4 Budgeting Mistakes You Must Stop Making
Not having a budget could be the worst financial mistake you ever make in life. A budget helps you understand how much money is coming is your household and how much is going out via expenses. And a budget can tell you where you are wasting money and what you need to sacrifice to achieve […]
5 Proven Strategies That Save Money On Your Taxes
Let’s be honest. Nobody actually likes paying taxes. Given a choice, we would all like to pay as little taxes as possible. While it is not possible to avoid taxes altogether, there are ways in which you can reduce your tax burden to the extent possible. Here are five strategies that can help you lower […]
6 Tactics That Pay Off Student Loan Debt Faster
The cost of college has skyrocketed in the U.S. over the last few decades. Meanwhile, the total amount of student loan debt in the country currently stands at a staggering $1.75 trillion. The average borrower has $28,950 in student loan debt and some of this is for majors that lead to jobs that don’t pay […]
7 Amazing Credit Card Perks Losing You Money If You Don’t Use Them
Over 25 million people have used their favorite credit card for more than a decade. Yet many are missing out on fabulous credit card perks they could be using every day. Shockingly, more than 31% of credit card holders never bother to redeem available rewards. Here are 7 amazing credit card perks you should be […]
Keeping More: How Does a Student Loan Affect Taxes?
Filling out your taxes correctly can be a challenging process, especially for those with student loans. But how does a student loan affect taxes? Many ways, starting with deductions. It is essential to make sure you don’t make common mistakes that can cost you thousands in deductions. One of the most common mistakes, for instance, […]










