Investing is usually a very meticulous, staid, and research-intensive practice. People usually invest in real estate, the stock market, fine art, and so on. And since what you don’t know can cost you a lot, many people are scared of the concept. About half of Americans don’t own stock and never invest. But what if I told you that
Retirement can seem like a distant dream when you're just starting out in the workforce. So, it's understandable that you might be more focused on other, more immediate goals like getting a new place, building up your emergency fund, or traveling. But if you make saving a priority early on, it can really pay off down the line and help
If the opportunity doesn't knock, then you may need to open a window or build your own door to get it. As of February 2023, there were over 11 million jobs available in the United States. Over 4 million Americans quit their jobs. But before you send out your resume, ask yourself if your resume is dated, inefficient, or lacking
Did you know that it is less than likely that you will be sued by a debt collector in your lifetime? Less than 15% of Americans have been sued by a debt collector. Still, 15% of 331 million people is almost 50 million. And 70% of that 50 million end up losing because they don’t take the lawsuit seriously or
Are you getting a Christmas bonus this year? You would be surprised how many Americans don’t get one or have no guarantee of getting one. What are five smart things to do with your Christmas bonus? Five Smart Things To Do With Your Christmas Bonus If you are getting a Christmas or end-of-year bonus, consider yourself lucky. Only about 10%
The MCU films Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame introduced a whole generation of fans to Thanos. Thanos first appeared in comic books in 1973. I have been reading about him since I was a child. It amazed me that casuals, or non-comic book fans, had become infatuated with the character and his genocidal philosophy. At the height of Thanos-mania,
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.
