Want to guesstimate whether your neighbor can afford their car? Look for haphazard and unsightly do-it-yourself repair jobs. Growing up in New York City, I saw this all the time. And if you don't see others doing it, then it might be you. Patching up a bumper is expensive but that’s no reason to not conduct a clean patch-up job.
We all want to make more money, especially now. Perhaps your income from your day job is no longer satisfying you. Maybe your expenses have increased but you don't have the ability to change careers at the moment. Chances are that you've probably heard about people making extra money through investing in the stock market, especially if you currently have
The United States has a long history of immigration tied to its founding and commercial expansion. The Pilgrims were immigrants. Contrary to popular belief, the founding fathers of this country showed fealty to England for a long time because they considered themselves products of English immigration. George Washington considered himself English and even fought as a commissioned English officer
How much money you have does not matter as much as what you do with it strategically and financially. The point is that context is everything. For example, if you had a million dollars, the general wisdom is to never touch the principal and just live off the interest. Is it that simple? How much interest will I earn on
Money opportunities are usually buried at the gravesite of procrastination. It takes discipline to see an idea through to its conclusion – your personal benefit. And when most of us dream about making more money, we usually procrastinate instead of achieving the goal. We spend too much time dreaming about the money we wish we had instead of taking steps
Adding stocks to your retirement strategy can help boost wealth and income. How can you incorporate stocks into your retirement strategy? Planning for retirement can be daunting, but whether you do it yourself or seek guidance from a professional, you can benefit by incorporating stocks into your plan. Here are a few ways to incorporate stocks into your retirement. Capital
Allen Francis was an academic advisor, librarian, and college adjunct for many years with no money, no financial literacy, and no responsibility when he had money. To him, the phrase “personal finance,” contains the power that anyone has to grow their own wealth. Allen is an advocate of best personal financial practices including focusing on your needs instead of your wants, asking for help when you need it, saving and investing in your own small business.
