3 Paychecks This Month
This is a subtitle for your new post Here’s a look at when your three-paycheck months will be, based on when you received your first paycheck of the year. If you received your first paycheck of 2024 on January 5, you’ll receive three paychecks in March and August. March pay dates: March 1, 14 and […]
8 Money Makes to before the year ends
Completing these financial tasks before year-end can help set you up for financial success in the New Year. 1. Perform a cash flow checkup Compare your monthly spending amounts with the amount you expected to spend. Did you spend more, less, or about the same? Recommended viewing: SavingvsSpending 2. Shore up your emergency fund Maintaining an […]
Surviving Black Friday Financially
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Budgeting is just like trying to Diet
Why Trying to Budget is Like Going on a Diet (And Why It Often Fails) Budgeting and dieting are two of the most common self-improvement goals people set for themselves. Both aim to bring about positive changes—whether it’s financial stability or better health. However, many find that sticking to a budget is just as challenging […]
Why Do Resolutions Fail by Mid-January?
How To Avoid The Quitters Day Trap Have you ever noticed how New Year’s resolutions seem to lose their sparkle by the second or third week of January? If so, you’re not alone. Statistics show that most people abandon their resolutions within a few weeks of setting them. But why does this happen? The reasons […]
Don’t Let Yourself Become The Story
We’ve all known someone who this has happened to… Do you ever hear stories about people whose lives were turned upside down after a tragedy? Someone who became unexpectedly ill, suffered a disabling accident, or passed away without warning? Often, what follows is an all-too-familiar tale: a family left struggling financially, burdened by medical bills, […]
Financial Challenges Face By Americans in 2024
Will 2025 Be Any Different? Financial Challenges Faced by Americans in 2024In 2024, Americans encountered numerous financial hurdles that affected their ability to save and manage their finances effectively. Inflation was a major concern, driving up the costs of essentials like housing, groceries, and utilities, which strained household budgets.Credit card debt hit record highs, and […]
The January Barometer and 2018: A Cautionary Tale for 2025 Amid New Trade Tensions
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Why the Cost of Eggs and Gasoline May Skew an Investor’s View of the Current Economy
Why the Cost of Eggs and Gasoline May Skew an Investor’s View of the Current Economy This is a subtitle for your new post IntroductionWhen it comes to assessing the economy, investors often look at key indicators like stock market trends, employment rates, and GDP growth. However, everyday expenses like the cost of eggs and […]
Your Old Retirement Plan Called & Wants To Come Home
What Are The Options Available For Your Old Plan? Retirement planning is all about preparing for the future, but what happens when your old retirement plan from a previous employer is left hanging in the past? If you’ve changed jobs, you may still have an old 401(k) or another retirement account sitting with your former […]