The debt vs. investing question has been around for a really long time. Some people believe that paying off your debts should be your first priority, while some others believe that building a profitable investment portfolio makes more sense financially, especially if you are young. The truth is that there is no right answer to […]
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Flexible Side Jobs to Keep You Engaged and Earning After Retirement
Retirement brings more than freedom from the nine-to-five routine. It opens the door to explore new interests, build fresh connections, and stay mentally sharp. Many older adults find that working a few hours a week helps structure their days in meaningful ways. Small jobs can also bring a sense of purpose and connection that many […]
6 Ways to Make Money from Extra Space in Your Home
Do you have some space in your home that you do not use? If so, why not rent it out and make some money? Thanks to the emergence of the gig economy, renting out empty space has become a convenient way for people to make money without leaving their home. Here are six ways you […]
5 Popular Retirement Planning Apps
As an investor, you may have multiple 401(k) or IRA accounts, or perhaps some of your retirement savings are parked in taxable accounts. Having multiple investments accounts can make it difficult to track and evaluate the growth and performance of your investment portfolio. Retirement tracking and planning apps offer projections and reports, based on simulations […]
Shock Study Claims Being ‘Middle Class’ in Many Cities Now Demands This Level of Income
It’s been said that the one place that the working class desperately wants to reach and one that the rich never wants to return to is the so-called “middle class.” But how do you know if you’re living the status lifestyle of a middle class American? According to a Pew Research Center in a September […]
Looking for Work? Millions of Jobs Are Open In These States
About 35.5 million Americans move from one residence to another or one city to another every year. That is the equivalent of 11% of the population moving every year. Unfortunately, most people will move to a new city without first considering the realities of their potential job prospects. In other words, they don’t consider the […]
Book a Cruise Vacation On a Budget
Dreaming of embarking on a cruise vacation but worried about breaking the bank? Fret not! With some smart planning and savvy tips, you can book an incredible cruise vacation without blowing your budget. In this blog, we’ll explore practical strategies to help you find the best deals, discounts, and packages to make your dream cruise […]
Middle Aged and Elderly Job Seekers Make These Avoidable Mistakes
Middle aged and elderly Americans are the new job seekers as millions brace for retirement unprepared. Since 2014, 40% of all those looking for work are 55 years old or older. By 2024, more than 41 million American workers, out of an estimated 164 million work force, will be 55 years old or older. More […]
How to Inflation-Proof Your Retirement
Inflation is like rust, an endless, tireless gnawing at the purchasing power of your dollars. Over half of Americans are struggling with retirement and inflation has a lot to do with it. Fixed incomes are not usually adjusted to the inflation rate or adjust at a very low historic rate. If there are intermittent spikes […]
11 Clear Signs You Will Never Get Rich — and What to Do About Them
We all want to be successful at what we do and become rich. Not many, however, actually manage to do so. Why do so many people fail at what they do? Why do they struggle to improve their financial situation? Why are they not able to become rich, despite their best efforts? If you aspire […]










