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- July 12, 2022
- by Angela
Two-Factor Authentication Rollout
What is a two-factor authenticator? Why is it important? What are the “Factors of Authentication”? What threats does 2FA address? What are the types of 2FA? Read on to learn the answers...
- July 12, 2022
- by Angela
Two-Factor Authentication Rollout
What is a two-factor authenticator? Why is it important? What are the “Factors of Authentication”? What threats does 2FA address? What are the types of 2FA? Read on to learn the answers...
- 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 …
- January 4, 2022
- by Michael
Reasons to Get Health Insurance in Your 20s
When you're young and healthy, you might not be too worried about getting sick. But you have to understand that your health is nothing to take for granted. Medical emergencies and illnesses can hit anyone …
- October 29, 2021
- by Michael
Why Cash Is Not as Safe as You Think
Cash has a strange dark side. It silently loses value year by year. While most people think cash is super safe, holding it long term is much riskier than people realize.
- August 11, 2021
- by Michael
Wall Street Bets and Speculation vs Investing
You won’t know what the heck is going on if you try to read WSB like a normal person. Here is a glossary of terms to help you decipher the jargon in WSB.
- April 14, 2021
- by Michael
How Alcohol Impacts Your Budget
When you think about your household budget, do you consider how much you will spend on alcohol each month? Do you think about how alcohol affects your health - both physically and mentally?
- April 5, 2021
- by Angela
Building an Emergency Fund for Peace of Mind
Have you ever had a sudden expense that you did not expect? The question is not if but when. The next question is, how can you pay for a sudden expense? That is the purpose …
- February 26, 2021
- by Ashley
How to Dispute an Error on Your Credit Report
If you notice a blemish on your credit report that doesn’t belong to you, you might be wondering how to dispute the error on your credit report. Fortunately, there are several institutions in place designed …
- October 2, 2020
- by Michael
What If Your Parents Are Not Able to Retire
Studies have shown that a third of boomers and seniors have no retirement savings. Read on to discover how to start the conversation and help get your parents to the best position possible as they …
- August 15, 2020
- by Michael
Ways to Limit Risk for Ordinary People
The following concepts will help you look at investment risk as well as expected return, and some basic and free ways to limit your risk.
- November 22, 2019
- by Ashley
Are You Making These 8 Costly 401k Mistakes?
In order to enjoy a comfortable retirement, it’s vital you save as much as possible. If you want to maximize your retirement reserves, here are the most common 401(k) mistakes to avoid.
- April 5, 2019
- by Michael
Will Social Security Run Out of Money? Graphs and Stats Here
Many Americans are doubtful of ever getting their Social Security benefits. They have good reason to be worried. The system is already running a deficit and is on schedule to be depleted in 2034. We …
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