Imagine this: you’re plugging along in your kitchen, and you hear it – or, rather, you hear nothing. Your fridge, the harbinger of delicious meals and storer of meals yet to come, has finally died. So, you hop online to find a new one. Naturally, like the spam-worn shopper we all become, you don’t trust […]
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Hey there, proud parent! If you’re dreaming of a future where your little bundle of joy is not only a smarty-pants but also financially savvy, you’re in the right spot. Let’s talk investing for kids and how to get them started on investing in their financial future (pun intended!). Can a Minor Have a Brokerage
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In our fast-paced, increasingly-remote world, it seems like freelancers have it made. Career-life balance. The chance to raise a family on your schedule. Even the ability to give yourself a raise that matches your expertise (and inflation). These features make freelancing a fantastic option for stay-at-home moms, people with disabilities, and independent spirits. But being a business
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In a world where toddlers are tech-savvy and teens can learn just about anything YouTube, giving kids exposure to the stock market can help them learn about investing. Or you might be looking to take advantage of compounding effects and buy stocks for a minor that is under 18. Maybe your child has a little
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Keeping your family’s finances in check is no easy feat. With groceries, bills, and the occasional splurge, keeping track of all the money coming in and out of the household can be tricky. It’s time to take control of your family budget! If you’re looking for a guide on how to get started with family
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For families, navigating finances can seem like braving uncharted territory with tempestuous waves of bills, mortgages, and unexpected costs. It’s a bit like assembling an IKEA shelf with a missing manual and screws. This comprehensive guide is your North Star, helping you chart your course and start you on the way. We’ll link to other
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The FIRE movement has a simple goal: to retire early and enjoy life on their terms. While it seems like a pipe dream for some, achieving early retirement is possible with smart budgeting and big dreams. (And a higher-than-average income doesn’t hurt, either.) But if you want more financial flexibility, not just any ole FIRE
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As you walk through life, it’s wise to design a roadmap of your expected financial milestones. Aside from deciding when you want to buy a house or pay down debt, writing down your savings goals by age keeps you on track for retirement. Of course, the actual timeline of your savings milestones will vary based
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The word “saving” is a common part of most adults vocabularies. Saving for retirement. Saving for a house. Even saving room for dessert. But if you haven’t started saving in your emergency fund yet, you’re missing a crucial cornerstone of your financial strategy. What is an emergency fund? An emergency fund is any savings earmarked
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If there’s anything the 2020s have taught us, it’s that everyone needs an emergency fund. Why? Because, according to a February 2023 Bankrate poll, a startlingly high proportion of Americans struggle with financial uncertainty. An astonishing 68% of people surveyed reported being concerned that they couldn’t afford their living expenses for a single month if they lost their
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If you are a fan of rewards and like to save money, you probably live for extra cash back. Miles are great for flying, but sometimes it’s hard to beat cold hard cash. Given that retail shopping has shifted online, cash back credit cards and loyalty cards are no longer the only game in town.
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In finance the term “arbitrage” fills hearts with hope and joy, signaling the potential for profit with little risk. Pure arbitrage allows traders to buy and sell an asset in different markets and make money off the difference. In practice, the term gets used a bit more loosely. Arbitrage trades can refer to profiting off
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