A crisis is defined as a time of intense trouble, misfortune, or danger. A financial emergency can come at any age, to any demographic, in any area. A crisis can come out of nowhere; bank accounts hacked, sudden car troubles, an unforeseen medical expense. Or, they can occur after a series of poor choices and mistakes that culminate in a… Read more →
A strong symbiotic relationship exists between minimalism and finance. Minimalism is the art of living with less. In recent years a plethora of podcasts, books, and documentaries have been produced in concern to the rise of minimalism. The most famous being the documentary titled “Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things.” The documentary takes the audience into the many flavors… Read more →
Creating a budget is an important financial strategy for building a future nest egg. One way to conquer the temptation to spend too much money during and after the holiday season is to establish a sound 2020 budget and stick with the plan. The following tips offer helpful suggestions for devising a workable budget: Think About Future Expenses … Read more →
For younger people in the millennial generation, their views towards finances and how they plan to become successful are a bit different than the baby boomers. They also have a few more tools on hand to learn different things about finances and not simply rely on what their parents would do. Yet, even if their ultimate goals are in the… Read more →
Podcasts are a great way to take advantage of the time you have during long commutes, chores, or even workouts. There are podcasts available for every interest, and it can be overwhelming to choose from the seemingly unlimited options. If you’re looking to learn more about managing your money, the following podcasts are a great place to start! So… Read more →
Do you ever feel like your paycheck disappears as soon as you get it, and you no idea where that money is actually going? One way to fix this is to create a monthly budget. While creating a budget and sticking to it may seem impossible, breaking it down into four easy steps makes it a much more surmountable task.… Read more →
When it comes to professional financial services, technology is completely changing how the service is provided. Assignments that professionals once completed using paper currency, outdated computers, and face-to-face meetings are now being completed by using digital solutions. This has led to an eruption of startups that provide financial technology worldwide. The change has allowed new companies to emerge, and old… Read more →
Financial burdens are something everyone carries with them. Our personal financial standings are at the core of our lives. Maintaining a healthy portfolio and bank account deems challenging for many. Fortunately, technology has made its way into our lives and has helped improve many aspects of it. There are countless online tools and apps that support our everyday needs,… Read more →
It can be pretty frustrating to be a young person who is constantly bombarded with advice from well-meaning adults. While some advice these adults give you may seem silly, sound financial advice can be priceless as you head into adulthood. You may be financially secure right now thanks to the help of your parents, but one day you are going… Read more →
For many people, the topic of money and finance is scary. Some completely avoid the subject unless absolutely necessary. The main reason why most people fear these discussions is because they are unaware of their own financial standings. One of the best ways to open yourself up to the concept of personal finance is to set goals. Often… Read more →