Managing Money will how to save money, budget, understand credit and debt, and banking.
“Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work.” Aristotle Labor Day is here. For most of us, it arrives too quickly with the end of summer. This three day weekend there are bonfires and last-hurrah barbeque with friends and … Read More
Do you know what’s in your employer’s benefits package? It’s often worth more than you think. Getting a competitive salary is important, but prospective employees should look at their employer’s benefits package as part of their compensation. You are fortunate … Read More
You have probably been hiding under a rock if you haven’t heard a lot about the growing US student debt burden. These loans are a weight on those who carry these amounts early in their careers. For some, it may … Read More
When you think of classic literature about money, you think of high society glamour, indulgent parties, and stories of the multigenerational wealth of families. What’s not to like? We can learn personal finance lessons in classic literature. We find stories … Read More
We have a lot of choices when selecting investment vehicles for 529 Savings Plan, 401 K retirement accounts and investment accounts. Gaining In Popularity Increasingly, target date funds have become popular with investors. Their assets surpassed $1 trillion in 2017. … Read More
“Lost time is never found again.” Benjamin Franklin “Time is money,” but they have differences in our minds. Asking someone, “How did you spend your time today?” is acceptable, while “How did you spend your money today?” is not. … Read More
Yes, the gender gap remains in the usual places for women. They get less pay, need career pauses with time out for children and other dependents yielding lower savings for retirement. Despite facing challenges, women are gaining ground. They … Read More
“Summertime and the livin’s easy.” George Gershwin (Porgy and Bess), sung by Ella Fitzgerald Summer is here! It is a good time to spend more time outdoors. Don’t miss a good opportunity to save money this season while spending time … Read More
“The intelligent investor is a realist who sells to optimists and buys from pessimists.” Benjamin Graham “The stock market is a device to transfer money from the impatient to the patient.” Warren Buffett The financial markets are always … Read More
“It’s the job that’s never started that takes the longest to finish.” J.R.R. Tolkien I have been putting off writing this article for no apparent reason. And I am not even the procrastinator in our home. My husband is! Procrastination … Read More
If you want to live comfortably, you need healthy financial habits. A top priority must be to live within your means. Only 46% of Americans report making more than they spend, according to a Pew Research study. Overspending leads to … Read More