One of the most important things you can learn in life is how to save money. It’s the first stride in getting where you want to be. Studies show that those with a savings plan, regardless of income, are more likely to spend less than they earn. Living within...
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Wedding planning can be overwhelming, especially when you don’t know where to start.
Prioritizing is key.The venue and date are your top priorities.
“You want to pick vendors who are professional, who are detail-oriented, who are experienced,”...
A typical first-time homebuyer pays thousands of dollars more than an experienced buyer would pay for the same house, according to research from two housing economists.
First-time buyers overpaid an average of about $2,200, or 0.79%, for their homes, according to senior economist Jessica Shui and economist Shriya Murthy of...
Many of us dream of owning a property by the sea, but are put off by the price tag. Whilst many coastal properties are expensive, this isn’t a general rule and there are some bargains to be had out there. Here are a few tips for saving money on...
It’s often called “dumb money” by stock market pros, and if you look at some investors’ actions the proof is in the data.
Small investors are gun-shy when they see red on the TV screen of financial shows.
After last week, when the markets went on a roller-coaster ride, financial pros...
What would happen if you were hit with a financial emergency — a job loss, major medical expense or even a car repair? Would you have enough cash on hand to get through that emergency?
If you’re like most Americans, you probably would have a hard time paying for an...
A recent survey by Ally Bank found that 61 percent of Americans found investing scary, with millennials the most likely to report feeling intimidated.
Millennials’ biggest fear: losing money on investments.
Why so much angst? Millennials are the generation that came of age during the worst financial crisis since the Great...
Making money is one thing, but getting that money to work for you and multiply is another thing entirely. Investment is a serious matter that shouldn’t be taken lightly because it can have a huge impact on your economic future. What can you do to make sure you’re getting...
"Couples are taking a lot longer to walk down the aisle these days — if they do it all," said Kathryn Vasel at CNN. Cohabiting partners don't get the same legal protections as married partners in the case of a split, so it's important they have "detailed — and...
Here’s a few tips culled from financial guru Dave Ramsey, who has helped millions of families in the US to become debt-free, and personal finance expert Alexa von Tobel on how to win with money.
1) Have a written game plan: use the zero-based budget!
If you’re one of the many...
