The Investing Advice That People Pay Thousands For
There are wealthy people all over the country paying their financial advisors thousands of dollars a year for financial advice. When it comes to investing, this is what they are saying.
Did Opting Out Of Social Security Make You A Hypocrite?
If you’re reading this, you’re probably a licensed minister who has opted out of Social Security. I’ll bet you were thrilled at the opportunity to opt out of a system that is facing a perilous future and is quickly depleting…
How To Keep Your Vacation From Destroying Your Finances
Summer is just around the corner, and for many of us, that means vacations! Vacations by nature tend to be a time of indulgence, and it’s all too easy to let it go too far. A 2015 study found that…
Why I Think Mutual Funds Are Awesome
All of my money that I am saving for the distant future is invested in mutual funds. It shouldn’t come as any surprise, then, that I think they’re awesome. I think that they are the best way for normal, everyday…
7 Ways Your Teen Can Pay Their Way To Camp This Summer
Summer camp is a priceless experience for teenagers, but sometimes it can get pretty pricey. Here are 7 summer jobs that will allow your teen to pay their own way to camp this year. You may just want to try…
Money Mistakes That Make Me Want To Slap You
It can be so frustrating watching other people make mistakes when you know better. In this post I go through several mistakes that I have personally witnessed in hopes that it will help you avoid them and their ugly consequences.
Traditional or Roth: Which IRA Is Better For You?
When opening an IRA, you must decide between a traditional account and a Roth account. Here are some of the advantages of each kind and things to consider when making your decision.
How To Clothe Your Kids Without Going Broke
At the rate they grow, a kids’ clothing budget can get way out of control. It doesn’t have to, though. Here are three ways to clothe your kids without going broke.
Just What Is Crammed Into Your Mortgage Payment?
Estimated mortgage payments listed on popular websites can be very misleading. Mortgage payments consist of a lot more than just principal and interest.
How To Set Financial Goals That You Can Actually Accomplish
To get where you want to be financially, you will need to set some goals for yourself. However, not all goals are created equally. The actual goal that you set has a great affect on whether or not you will…
What Every Taxpayer Needs To Understand Now
Federal tax laws are so complicated that most people outsource tax preparation and have little understanding of how it all works. Do you know how your taxes are calculated? Or the difference between a credit and a deduction? It’s your…
The Most Powerful Tool In Accomplishing Your Money Goals
The most powerful tool you have for accomplishing your financial goals isn’t what you think it is. It’s not your income. It’s something that everyone has equal access to, regardless of job, education, or expenses. And once you harness it,…