There are few tales as captivating, controversial, and consequential as that of Sam Zemurray, the man who became synonymous with the banana trade and left a permanent mark on the economies of Central America. Read further to learn about his … Read More
Perhaps one of your first significant purchases using your money is not a phone or laptop. It’s most likely your student debt. Once you’re done with your education, you work long shifts and part-time jobs to pay it all off. … Read More
Owning a home is the ultimate dream for many. Since I was 21 years of age, I always wanted to be a property owner. The thought of paying rent every month was discouraging, and I wanted to leap to ownership, … Read More
Are you searching for the best ways to save money without really trying?  Someone saved money cutting her hair after a supposedly trained stylist “totally and royally ruined her hair.” She asked on a popular online forum, “What did you … Read More
A person’s first paycheck is a landmark moment in their lives. For the first time, you can buy whatever you want with the money you physically earn! It’s an exciting time, for sure. Recently, people revealed what they bought with … Read More
When you experience times when you can barely scrape by and your bills go unpaid, things can look quite dire. You may earn $500K but live a high life or lose your job. Recognizing the reality, “I’m broke” is the … Read More
Specific personal finance rules exist, but we all handle our money differently. While many people live paycheck-to-paycheck, pleading that the end of the month comes sooner, others focus on their next asset. The conversation online recently centered around the most … Read More
We all want our wallets fat with dollar notes. We don’t want to look into the change pocket anymore. But with ever-rising living expenses, this has become a notion that most of us only dream about. However, all hope is … Read More
By living in different financial realities, the rich and the poor seem to exist in different worlds. This is even more poignant in times like these when the divide between the wealthy and the poor widens every day. The two … Read More
With Intuit’s recent decision to discontinue Mint, a widely-used budgeting and financial tracking application, numerous users are now on the lookout for a reliable alternative to manage their finances. Gladly, there are a range of other financial tools capable of … Read More
Consumer spending has been strong throughout 2023 despite high inflation. They have been resilient due to higher grocery costs and gas prices. However, consumers may be slowing down and seeking more deals, as reflected in recent earnings from major retailers, … Read More