We all have leaks in the hulls of our finances. No one can run an air-tight ship all the time. But some leaks are more damaging than others — and when we plug them, we’ll see our ship rise higher above the surface. Let’s take a look at these common leaks and how you can […]
Since its start in 2008, Groupon has seen massive success. The site’s concept is that it saves people money on services they’d be using anyway, while drawing customers to local businesses. Although it’s been around for a few years now, many people still don’t know exactly how it works or whether they should join. Here’s […]
We all know what retirement is supposed to look like: after a long career, you get a hearty thank you and a genuine gold-plated watch. Then you retire to a warmer climate where you spend your time golfing, traveling to see grandkids, and growling at teenagers to get off your lawn. Unfortunately, this idyllic vision […]
One of the most popular investments right now is the ETF. An exchange-traded fund is kind of like a hybrid between a mutual fund and a stock. You get the diversity of a fund, as well as easy trading — since, unlike mutual funds, ETFs are traded on an exchange like a stock. You pay […]
Last week, CardHub.com released its quarterly report on credit cards. The results indicate that balance transfer deals are on the decline, and that now might be the time to transfer your balances — if you have access to the best deals possible. According to the report, the average length of a balance transfer introductory offer […]
Dan’s tried to build his financial portfolio for years, but he’s not gotten far. He’s finally reached the point where it’s shut up or put up. He needs an adviser. Unfortunately, Dan has no idea how to hire a financial adviser, or find the one that’s right for him. Too many options make things confusing. […]
