INVESTMENTS
Tips for Managing Your Budget Like an Adult
My parents did try to teach me the value of money when I was a kid. They set up a savings account for me and I was encouraged to put some of my allowance away […]
Month: May 2019
INVESTMENTS
AGNC: High Dividend Yield Above 10% But Know The Risks
Investors that buy stocks for income are generally confined to stocks that pay dividends on a quarterly basis. Some stocks pay even less frequently than that, issuing dividends only on a semi-annual or even annual […]
INVESTMENTS
Newell Brands: Dominant Brands And A 6% Dividend Yield
Newell Brands (NWL) has had a rough time in the past couple of years. The stock topped in the mid-$50s in the summer of 2017, but has fallen by more than two-thirds since then. Indeed, […]
INVESTMENTS
You’ve Managed Your Latte Factor. Now What?
You’ve followed all the great advice out there on how to manage your latte factor and have cut back on overpriced treats and unnecessary subscriptions, and are getting more mindful with cashless payments. Yet, you […]
FAMILY FINANCE
Is it Better to Pay Off Debt or Save Money? How to Decide
Debt is almost inescapable in America where, according to a 2015 Pew Charitable Trusts survey, around 80% of households reported they hold some form of debt. From home mortgages to car loans and credit cards […]
FAMILY FINANCE
How to Make Money Dog Sitting with Rover
In 2015, Kevin Ha and his girlfriend were playing around with the idea of getting a second dog. They just didn’t know if they were ready for the commitment. After a bit of research, they […]
FAMILY FINANCE
4 Things I Learned from Paying Off $30k in College Debt
These days, graduating with student loan debt is common. Among the 2018 graduating class, 69% of students took out student loans with an average balance of $29,800. Even though I graduated from college more than […]
FAMILY FINANCE
Visa and MasterCard Aren’t the Only Types of Debit Cards You Need to Know About
When you open a checking account, the bank usually issues you a debit card. If you’re like most consumers, you haven’t given that card much thought. After all, you don’t really have a choice about […]
INVESTMENTS
These Fixed Income Investments Can Give You Peace of Mind
There has been 9 rate hikes in the US since 2015. However it has been about half a year since the last hike. With uncertain factors such as the ongoing trade war with China, […]
FAMILY FINANCE
20 Legitimate Ways to Earn Money Online Without Paying Anything
As long as you have an internet connection, you can legitimately make money online from anywhere in the world. Instead of scanning through Facebook, stalking your ex on Instagram, or determining which Hogwarts House you […]