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Is Hiring A Coach Worth The Money? (And Do I Need One?)

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You’re ready to make a significant change or to improve some part of your life. But you’re struggling to do it on your own. You’re finding it challenging to stay on top of “all the things” to know or with motivation or mindset to reach your goal. Whether the changes we want to make or […]

Is Investing In Fine Art Possible For Me? [A Masterworks Review]

This article is sponsored by Masterworks. All opinions are our own. Now that you’ve been investing in the stock market for a while, you’re thinking about diversifying into alternative investments. You might decide to start with peer-to-peer lending. Although investing in real estate or tax liens might interest you more. You can also buy gold […]

What Are Employee Stock Options and How Do They Work?

While you might enjoy your job, there aren’t many people who wake every day and go to work just because they like it. Unless you’re financially independent, there’s a good chance one of your primary motivations for working is earning a paycheck and benefits. With the unemployment rate under 4% in the US, there’s plenty […]

What Does It Take To Be A Successful Investor?

Several studies in the last few years have found that many women are really good investors. In fact, you might be surprised to learn that women often earn higher returns on their investments than men. They also tend to add more to their account balances over time. But there is still a confidence gap when […]

What Is A Financial Mission Statement? Why And How Do I Create One?

Staying focused on your financial goals can be difficult. You know what they are. And you know you’ll be better off if you stick to them. But you also have a lot going on in your life, and it can be hard to remain dedicated to something just floating around in your head. If you’re […]

The $1K Investor: A Guide To Help You Start Investing [Book Review]

You know it’s important to save for your future, but it’s definitely a challenge. As you’re building the foundation of your financial house, getting your emergency fund in place is a great main focus. Having money in the bank protects you from having to take on debt when the unexpected happens. After you have money […]

Cryptocurrency Craze: In The Past, Or Big Part Of The Future?

With over 1500 different cryptocurrencies available over the Internet, and with Facebook recently announcing its version, Libra, more investors want to know what cryptocurrency is, how it works, and if it’s a viable investment. Even after more than five years in the financial limelight, the public still views cryptocurrencies with skepticism today. They first garnered […]

Postnuptial Agreements: Who Needs Them And Why?

A wedding is an exciting time. There’s beautiful flowers, dresses, and celebrations. The couple vows to a lifetime of love, respect, and commitment to one another. When they enter into their life together, they’re happy and content, and they never expect that to change. But they can’t predict the future. Unfortunately, people fall ill, incur […]

Is A Money Market Account The Best Place For My Savings?

You prioritized your financial savings goals, opened a high-interest savings account, and even automated deposits to build an emergency fund. But now you’re hearing you may earn more money on your money by putting it into a money market account. What the heck is a money market account? Is it a savings account or an […]

What Is A Backdoor Roth IRA And Is It Right For Me?

When it comes to retirement savings accounts, there are several options available. But your choices for individual retirement accounts can seem limited if you’re a high-income earner. This is especially true when you look at the Roth IRA. A Roth IRA (Individual Retirement Account) is an excellent way to save for retirement. Though you pay […]

Why Is It Important For Women To Invest And Not Just Save?

You hear about people not saving enough for retirement on the news. Oodles of articles report on women living longer than men and the struggle many women have with money in their later years. Family members, friends, and online communities mention the importance of women investing and they encourage you to get started. You know […]

Which Of My Business Ideas Is The Best To Pursue?

You’ve always had an entrepreneurial spirit. Maybe you have family members or friends who’ve started successful companies. You’re realizing a hobby you enjoy could bring in money if you made it a business. Diversifying streams of income is something you want to pursue. There are lots of reasons starting a business is on your mind. […]

Is Investing A Lot Of Money At Once the Best Idea? Or Should I Spread It Out?

It’s the week your big bonus from work hits your bank account. Or you receive a sizeable cash gift or inheritance from a relative. Perhaps you have proceeds from the sale of your home or cash from a rollover retirement account. Or you’ve just been saving money for a few years and now understand why […]

Compound Interest: What It Is And Why You Need To Understand It

Whether you’re an investor or a borrower, you’ll want to pay careful attention to the interest rate you’re earning or paying. Why is the interest rate so important? Other than the fact it becomes a source of income or the cost associated with you borrowing money, the calculation of interest rates occurs in different ways. […]

What Do I Need to Know About Buying Bonds?

Money sitting in traditional checking or savings accounts usually loses value over time due to inflation. Even high-interest online accounts just started beating inflation rates over the last year. The best thing you can do with your excess cash (assuming you have extra) is to invest it and create more value. As an investor, you […]

A Look At – The Next Millionaire Next Door [Book Review]

Sarah Stanley Fallaw knows something about millionaires. After all, she’s surveyed over 4,000 of them. Plus she’s the daughter of the late expert on millionaires, the man who literally wrote the book on millionaires: Thomas J. Stanley. Fallaw is an expert in her own right. She has a Ph.D. in psychology, is the president of […]

Are Timeshares Ever Worth The Money? [Maybe, But Not Likely]

Compensation in the form of free entertainment tickets, five-star dinners, reduced-priced trips, or gift cards for attending timeshare presentations might be worth a couple of hours of your time. But are vacation timeshares worth the money in the long run? While it might be hard to say no to these free or great “sale” priced […]

What Is A Reverse Mortgage And Should I Get One?

Financing your retirement is no easy feat. You’ll need enough money to cover your regular expenses, your hobbies, and potentially significantly increased medical costs. If you’re worried about funding your golden years and you own a home (either free and clear or with a small mortgage balance), a reverse mortgage could help alleviate your stress. […]

Tax Lien Investing: What Is It And Can You Make Good Money?

You want to diversify by adding some alternative investments to your portfolio. As you research options to help you build wealth, your interest in real estate investing grows. But you also have many opportunities to consider. Does buying a single-family rental make sense? Should commercial real estate be on your radar? Passive investing in Real […]

What Savings Goals Should I Focus On First?

You’ve been working hard to cut expenses and quit living paycheck to paycheck. You negotiated a raise or landed a higher-paying job. Your side gig is creating a buffer in your budget. No matter the reason, it’s time to put the extra money in your bank account to work. But now you’ve got questions on […]

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