Life & Finances
How To “Trick” Yourself Into Saving More
Putting away a dollar for tomorrow means one less dollar to spend today. Continue reading
How Much Should a First Car Cost? A Practical Guide to Buying Your First Vehicle
Here’s what to focus on when you’re buying a car, according to auto experts. Continue reading
Diversified Meaning: How Diversification Strengthens Your Portfolio and Income
Portfolio diversification goes far beyond asset class, it even goes beyond sectors or industries. Continue reading
How to Invest In Your 401(k) or IRA
Asset allocation and rebalancing could have a direct impact on your future. Continue reading
What You Need to Know About Paying For College
Here’s a look at what you need to consider when it comes to paying for college costs, to help ensure the educational journey is as positive as possible for everyone in the family. Continue reading
What to Consider Financially As A First-Time Homebuyer
Here are the most important things for first-time buyers to keep in mind when embarking on their search. Continue reading
Mortgages 101: Getting Started on The Path to Homeownership
Read the listings, visit some open houses, sign on with a Realtor, make an offer. Continue reading
How Emergency Funds Work In Practice
It’s best to stash the money in a separate high-yield savings account at your credit union, bank or other financial institution. Continue reading
When Should You Take Social Security?
Social Security uses your highest 35 years of earnings to calculate what you are paid. Continue reading
Kids Saving Money: A Practical Guide for Parents
Your goal is to help them develop the kind of healthy spending habits that will turn them into grown-up savers and investors you’ll be proud of. Continue reading