What is compound interest, and is it good or bad?
Compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world. He who understands it, earns it. He who doesn’t, pays it. That saying, which some attribute to Albert Einstein, describes ...
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How to save up $1,000 by Christmas
Yes, it’s still ridiculously hot outside and school hasn’t even started yet, but Christmas is coming. Thanksgiving is roughly four months away, which means if you want to ...
5 new car negotiation tips
If the 100-degree heat waves across the country have convinced you that you need a new car – with reliable A/C – you may be considering a trip to a new ...
Three money-saving birthday party tips
This past weekend, we celebrated my son’s birthday – he turned 7. As usual, that included hosting a birthday party for his friends. This year’s party was much ...
4 financial resiliency tips
Almost everyone in America goes through at least four major life events that result in a 10% or larger drop in income. These challenges – a major illness, job loss ...
6 March Madness party bargains
The NCAA men’s basketball tournament returns on Thursday, and following last weekend’s big upsets, fans are left with an unexpected roster of Sweet 16 teams. That means in ...
Why women are better investors
Berkeley researchers found that female investors earn almost a full percentage point more than men each year. Does that mean they’re better at picking winners? As it turns out, ...
How to spot a hurricane damaged used car
Last year, hurricanes and wildfires produced major losses for Americans in Texas, Florida and California. Those affected replaced destroyed assets, which in many cases, included a new car. If you’...