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- May 21, 2022
- by Michael
Understanding IRAs: The Complete Guide
IRAs, or Individual Retirement Accounts, are essentially savings plans that come with considerable tax breaks. Do not confuse them with investments. Instead, think of them as a safety deposit box where you can store paper assets such as cash, mutual funds, stocks, bonds, etc.
- May 21, 2022
- by Michael
Understanding IRAs: The Complete Guide
IRAs, or Individual Retirement Accounts, are essentially savings plans that come with considerable tax breaks. Do not confuse them with investments. Instead, think of them as a safety deposit box where you can store paper …
- May 5, 2022
- by Michael
Must Read Personal Finance Books
Here is our list of top personal finance books you absolutely must read. Personal finance books explain precious tips to establish your productive relationship with money.
- April 21, 2022
- by Angela
ARM vs a Fixed-Rate Mortgage
When you get a mortgage there are two main types to consider. Do you want to take a loan with a fixed or adjustable rate? What are the advantages and disadvantages of both?
- April 14, 2022
- by Michael
What to Look for When Buying a Used Car
Buying a used car can be a risk if the car has many mechanical issues. For the sake of your budget you want to make sure you are not buying a money pit that needs …
- April 7, 2022
- by Michael
Ways to Let Your Kids Inherit Your House Tax-Free
When it comes to passing on inheritance, there are ways to do it tax-free. Specific tools, like a gift asset, a trust, or a will goes a long way in helping your heir avoid taxes.
- March 30, 2022
- by Angela
401(k) vs. Roth 401(k): Which One Is Better?
In this article, I will talk about two retirement plans - 401(k) and 401(k) Rorth. At first glance they seem to be the same because they have 401(k) in their name, but in fact, there …
- March 21, 2022
- by Michael
Short-Term vs. Long-Term Capital Gains
There are two types of capital gains to input on your taxes - short and long-term capital gains. Continue reading to delve into the differences between these types.
- March 15, 2022
- by Angela
Gross Income vs. Net Income
There are two types of income - net and gross. One is what you negotiate, the other is what you can spend. It is important to know the difference between the two when planning your …
- March 9, 2022
- by Michael
Amazon Prime vs. Walmart Plus a Comparison
Who doesn’t like the idea of free shipping, next day delivery, 5% cash back, and the ability to choose thousands of premium goods all in one place? Here we compare Amazon Prime vs Walmart Plus.
- February 28, 2022
- by Angela
6 Ways to Improve for Investing IQ
Do you know anything about investing? Do you know how stock and bonds are used for retirement planning? Do you know how to avoid excessive fees? Below I’ll outline some essential concepts to increase your …
- February 22, 2022
- by Michael
Social Security Colas: Everything You Wanted to Know
To combat the ill effects of inflation on people who are retired, a concept called ‘Cost of Living Adjustment’ (COLA) is used to help retirees keep up with rising costs. As a consumer, it is …
- February 14, 2022
- by Angela
How to Minimize Student Loans While in College
Read this article for ways college students can minimize their loans while studying, or importantly build a debt reduction strategy starting in high school.
- February 3, 2022
- by Angela
Reasons to Start Discussing Finance With Your Kids
Ideally an individual should learn about the foundations of finance from childhood. This step will aid them in making correct decisions concerning handling money. The different methods by which you can begin incorporating this measure …
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