In this life there really is no such thing as “easy money.” Except, a treasure might just be jangling around in your coat pocket. Coin collectors search for rare, misprinted, uncirculated and one-of-a-kind error coins of value, and that includes pennies! If you know what you’re looking for, that discarded chuck of metal in your desk […]
Category: Real Money
5 Key Considerations Before Refinancing Your Home
Refinancing your mortgage can be a good idea for a number of reasons. Interest rates might be lower. You might be looking to reduce your loan’s term. Or you might need to access a portion of your home’s equity for debt consolidation purposes You must, however, give refinancing some thought before pulling the trigger. Under the wrong […]
Why Retiring Abroad Can Help You Retire Earlier
Financial independence, retire early, known as FIRE, is an early retirement movement that encourages people to retire from life as early as possible instead of waiting for old age. Easier said than done. The reality is that most Americans are not preparing for retirement, don’t have enough savings for retirement, or are unable to save […]
Do This Immediately If You Win Lotto
Winning the lottery is a life-changing event that brings with it immense excitement, joy, and, often, a sense of overwhelming disbelief. Suddenly coming into a significant amount of money can be both thrilling and overwhelming. While it’s tempting to start indulging in luxurious purchases and exotic vacations, it’s crucial to approach this newfound wealth with […]
3 Places That Pay $10,000 or More to Relocate
If you could leave right now for a new life, would you do it? Most people say they would jump at the opportunity but don’t mean it. But if you are serious, there are several countries and American cities that will pay you $10,000 or more just to move there. Remote Scottish Isles Do you […]
Why Now Might Be A Good Time To Buy An SUV
Responding to consumer preferences for larger, roomier vehicles, car makers substantially increased production of SUVs over the past decade. Signs are now beginning to appear that the market is saturated and this bodes well for consumers. Too many cars and not enough buyers could lead to a price war at dealerships looking to unload inventory. […]
Ready to Retire? Here’s a Readiness Quiz
Are you ready to retire? The stark reality is that if you are asking yourself that question now, then your retirement readiness status may be a 50/50 proposition at best. You should know whether you are ready to retire now or in the near future. Retirement planning is something that should begin long before the […]
Planning Your Own Long-term Care
Long-term care planning is an important aspect of retirement planning that often gets overlooked. Long-term care refers to the range of services and support you may need as you age or if you become unable to care for yourself due to an illness or disability. Planning for long-term care can help you protect your assets […]
Hour By Hour: How Retirees Really Spend Their Days
As you near retirement, preparing a daily activity schedule and a budget will help you determine how much your lifestyle will cost. What does a typical day in the life of a retiree look like? You might be surprised to learn that many seniors work and that spending is not necessarily a big problem, thanks […]
Paying for School: Basics of College Financial Aid
Thinking about college, career school or graduate school? If so, there is a lot to consider when it comes to getting ready for college, including how to secure financial aid. College financial aid helps students and their families by covering higher education expenses, such as tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and […]










