Personal Finance
Will humans someday live to be 100? Is it now possible that the new normal life expectancy for individuals will be 100 or even 150 years? Some have argued that advances in biomedical science and drug therapy, have made this dream a reality; others, are more skeptical and view these claims as unfounded. Living past […]
If you’ve ever reached into your pocket, only to find your wallet isn’t there, you’re not the only one. Once the panic subsides, sit down and take the following steps as soon as you can do so: Make a list of everything in your wallet While it’s still fresh in your mind, make a list […]
Americans are big on leaving behind inheritances. Every year, assets and items worth hundreds of billions are inherited. Nevertheless, some things people get in an inheritance can be more headache than their worth. Some inheritances only have sentimental value, and not financial value, or cause emotional strife. Other inheritances may require you to fill out […]
Marketing is meant to get the word out about the “latest and greatest” products, but new doesn’t always mean better. From electronics, to clothes and dining room sets, always remember, everything goes on sale eventually. Here are three ways to putting off your urge to impulse buy anything new and thus save a bundle of […]
It is always good to have a side hustle. And if there is one skill you should perfect to keep a few dollars in your pocket, it’s the side hustle of selling off secondhand goods. If you want to sell secondhand goods, research the market you sell to. The items you sell should be aesthetically […]
If you want to earn extra money with relative ease, whether it is to save up for retirement or prepare for a well-deserved vacation, one of the best things you can do is generate side income. What are the perks? For starters, you put extra money in the bank, but the main perk is that […]
Nothing excites investors like a bull market. Not only does the value of your stock holdings go up, but it also makes you feel confident about your stock-picking abilities. However, if you are not careful, the feeling of euphoria can cause you to make mistakes that can cost you heavily down the road. Here are […]
Medicare is the primary health coverage plan for more than 65 million Americans. The federal government spends an average of $800 billion each year on the program, which is about as much as the country pays for its military. Yet many seniors are actually unaware of the cost savings they can enjoy from its many […]
Finding an affordable place to rent can be a challenge. The last thing you want is to spend a disproportionate amount of your paycheck on rent. The good news is that there are still many cities in the United States where you can afford to rent a place and enjoy a decent standard of living. […]
A will is simply a legal document in which you, the testator, declare who will manage your estate after you die. There may be large, expensive items in your estate, such as a vacation home, as well as small items, such as photographs, that may hold sentimental value. In a will, you name a person […]
