Before my husband and I started working with our financial adviser at the beginning of 2020, we didn’t have much of a plan for our money. We made sure our bills were paid each month and our credit wasn’t terrible, but beyond that, there was no strategy. So while we technically had what we needed
At a certain age, many children have to deal with the financial mistakes their parents make. That could mean having to help them out with money, or even having mom and/or dad move in with you. Some families actually plan for that to happen. In other cases, there are limited options given the high cost
Some of the bestselling finance books represent a sampling of old standards mixed with modern classics. Here are a few of our favorites. 1. “The Total Money Makeover” (2007) by Dave RamsayWell-known personal finance expert Dave Ramsay has again achieved bestseller status with his latest book on improving your financial life. Ramsay’s books focus primarily
The gig economy is here, it’s real, and it’s global. According to a report by the Freelancers Union, 34 percent of American workers can now be classified as freelancers. And while that number is a subject of some debate and includes your Uber driver, it encompasses a growing number of white-collar workers as well—people who
For any type of small business, a big part of your success plan for 2019 is going to be your digital marketing strategy. If you don’t have an effective plan for digital marketing, you may miss out on a large number of profit and customer opportunities. The digital marketing arena is constantly in motion, so
Each type of investment comes with its advantages and disadvantages. Nevertheless, millions agree that real estate is the best type of investment as the pros clearly outnumber and exceed the cons. If you are considering whether you should diversify your investment portfolio with a couple of real estate properties, here are the most important benefits