How Long Will My Money Last In Retirement?
Have you ever asked yourself how long will my money last? If you've come to the conclusion that Social Security alone will not provide you with the retirement you're looking…
Drowning in Debt? Try These Simple Recovery Steps
Are you drowning in debt? You are not alone. 8 out of 10 Americans are also facing debt issues in one way or another. Americans are drowning in debt because…
Are Student Credit Cards a Good Idea?
Graduating from high school to college is a significant achievement for many students. But with it comes a time to try out many things for the first time, one of…
How To Keep Your Variable Expenses To A Minimum
As an adult, there are many expenses that you just can’t avoid. Housing, food, and energy costs are all essential, but, there are a few things that you can do…
How to Spring Clean Up Your Finances
Are you ready for a spring clean up? With springtime in full effect, you're likely itching to dust and declutter your living space for a fresh start to the season.…
Songs About Money We Love
Do you have any songs about money stuck in your head? Music can be very inspirational and motivating for many different reasons. I listen to most genres of music, rock…
American Workers Struggle to Save Money
American workers are enjoying historically low unemployment rates. But just because they are working, that doesn't mean they have enough money to save. It appears many American workers can't do…
Debt by State Statistics: How Does Yours Rank?
Debt comes in all shapes and sizes. There's student debt, mortgage debt, and credit card debt, just to name a few. My family and I lived with consumer debt for…
Debt to Income Ratio: What’s In It for Borrowers?
When applying for a loan, the lender will extensively check the past and current state of your finances to determine your Debt to Income Ratio. They will evaluate your debts…
Bucket List Ideas for You and Family
I've also thought of the bucket list as an item for the individual and never considered bucket list ideas for the family. If unfamiliar with a bucket list, it typically…
Tips for Maximizing Your Net Income
Do you need a bump in your net income? Working hard and working smart are not necessarily the same things. Indeed, the sad reality is that thousands of hard-working Americans…
What Every 20 Something Should Invest In
When I reflect on my 20's, I have mostly good thoughts. I did a lot of things right. At the same time, I did a lot of things that I…