Before embarking on any debt reduction plan, be sure to save up $1000 as an emergency fund. Once this first step is behind you, it's time to take a look at your debt repayment plan. One of the most effective way of paying down debt is a method known as the debt snowball. [...]
It is commonly said that friendships and money don't mix, and in most cases that is correct. The simple fact is that money can easily strain any relationship. Many of us at some point have been there -- our kids, our friends, our family -- they want to borrow money, making us feel [...]
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjm-XjmSAus]According to a study from Fidelity Investments, financial New Years resolutions are on the rise. A year ago, approximately 27% of Americans admitted to having a financial resolution for 2018. This year that number is up 5% as a full 32% of survey respondents say that have financial resolutions for this coming year. While there [...]
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ndjTImEGjU]Take some time at the end of the year to focus on your finances. Whether your goals are to reduce taxes, or to simply focus more on retirement, now is a great time to get yourself prepared for next year. Here are some places to start: Look over your finances. Make sure you are aware [...]
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y22JUmL5-o8] A well-known, common retirement savings vehicle is the 401(k). This account allows future retirees to set aside money in a tax-advantaged way to pay for expenses in retirement. But will this 401(k) be enough for most people to pay for retirement PLUS their healthcare expenses? Enter the HSA, or Health Savings Account. Sure, you [...]
