It’s easy to lose sight of the simple things when it comes to finances. More often than not, we start to focus on complex strategies for growing wealth or try to get involved in the latest fad. The reality, though, is that the foundation for long-term wealth is built from the basics. That’s why it […]
Whether she intended to or not, your mother spent your entire childhood imparting crucial financial wisdom to you — if only you’d listened to her. Yes, sometimes she wasn’t even specifically trying to teach you how to manage money. But make no mistake. Even her words of wisdom that seemed to have nothing to do […]
What if celebrating your birthday could change someone’s life? What if your special day could affect positive change? Well, this is a possibility now. There are non-profits that allow you to donate your birthday to charity. The idea intrigued me since my birthday is coming up. When I first thought about it, I had images of donating […]
According to The Principal Financial Well-Being Index, retirement planning is on the rise in America. The survey points out that only 28% of workers aren’t planning for retirement, which is a drop from 32% in the previous quarter. This news indicates that more American workers are making efforts to plan for retirement. Are you one […]
Waiting to have kids until you can afford them? Make sure you understand the entire situation—here are a few pros and cons.
You’ve noticed lately that Mom and Dad are starting to show signs of aging. Cobwebs and dust may be appearing in the previously spotless living room, or they’ve been forgetting things like appointments and medication. But your parents adamantly refuse to even consider moving to an assisted living facility or nursing home. According to AARP, […]
