3 Steps to Deciding How Much of Your Paycheck to Save
Having savings is a given, right? However, saving is not always simple. It takes some forethought but once you have your system down pat, it’ll be so common nature that you’ll be saving without thinking about it. So here are the 3 steps to take to decide how much of your paycheck to save. How […]
5 Essential ETFs to have in your portfolio
What are ETFs? Before deciding what ETFs to have, you should have an understanding of what they are. An ETF is an exchange-traded fund. This is a collection of all types of investments that are packaged together for sale on the stock market. An ETF allows you to invest in an industry without having to […]
How to Choose the Right Size Home for Your Budget
How much can you afford to spend on a home? That is the question that most people ask themselves when they are thinking about buying a home. It’s important to find the right size home for your budget. You don’t want to be house poor and struggle to make your mortgage payment every month. In […]
7 Things You Need to Know When Buying A Second Car
Whether or not your household should have more than one car is a decision one might come to when there are life changes like getting married, growing your family, getting a new job, etc. While an extra car automatically means more costs, it could be well worth it depending on your situation. Which decision is […]
Is Financial Literacy Important? Be Confident With Your Money
Financial literacy helps you to make the most of the money you have. It has been referred to as “the great equalizer”. How so? Think about how rich people go broke. It’s a lack of financial literacy. A broke person who builds wealth gained financial literacy somewhere along the way. Hence, how financial literacy can […]
What You Should Know About Your EOB (Explanation of Benefits)
If you are insured, regardless of the company providing you with health insurance, you should be receiving an explanation of benefits (EOB) EVERY time you use your insurance. This is an important document to review when paying your medical bills. Here’s why. What is an Explanation of Benefits? Your explanation of benefits tells you how […]
Is Tax Preparation Hard? Important Info You Need to Decide For Yourself
That all depends on the specifics of your financial situation. The most important thing is knowing your abilities and limitations. Can you do your taxes? Sure. Should you? Keep reading to find out. When Are Taxes Due? In 2022, taxes for the year 2022 are due on April 18th. Normally, it’s April 15th every year […]
ETFs versus Mutual Funds: Which Should You Be Investing In?
Simply put, they are both great options. What you choose depends on how much flexibility you need, what platform you use, and how much money you have available to you. ETF prices fluctuate throughout the market day but tend to be cheaper than mutual funds to buy into and you can purchase fractional shares on […]
Buying a New Car is Brutal
Have you taken notice of the car market lately? It is insane! Gone are the days of negotiating MSRP down. Now it’s a blessing to pay MSRP as most dealerships are tacking on thousands of dollars to that price. Even while this is the case, the dealerships are having a hard time keeping any cars […]
Set Yourself Up for a Healthy and Successful 2022
Let’s talk about some goals you can choose to improve your physical and financial health. 2021 is coming to an end. Honestly outside in 2021 was only mildly better than that disastrous 2020. However, there were some bright spots. I got to travel at the end of November and my financial picture looks as good […]
