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Personal Finances5-minute readSarah Li CainMarch 22, 2022
Liquid assets can be quickly converted into cash in case of emergency, without losing value. Wonder what qualifies? We’ll give you examples here.
Personal Finances7-Minute ReadSarah Li CainMarch 22, 2022
Understanding investment terms is crucial for anyone, but especially for those who are new to investing. Our guide to common investment terminology will help.
Personal Finances6-minute readSarah Li CainMarch 22, 2022
Checks may be a less-common form of payment, but they're still useful. Learn how to write a check in this guide, complete with a check-writing example.
Personal Finances5-Minute ReadKatie ZiraldoMarch 22, 2022
Worried about overspending for the holidays? Learn how to create and stick to your holiday budget.
Personal Finances7-minute readJerry BrownMarch 22, 2022
Fintech (financial technology) has innovated numerous financial services and companies. Learn how fintech works, what services it's used for and who uses it.
Personal Finances3-minute readSarah Li CainMarch 21, 2022
With a mobile wallet, you have the option to make payments on your smartphone. Read our guide on what mobile wallets are, how to use them, and which ones you should consider using.
Personal Finances3-minute readAnna BaluchMarch 21, 2022
The three types of bankruptcies include Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13. Let’s take a closer look at how each of them work.
Remember when it seemed like cryptocurency was all over the news when prices skyrocketed? Thinking you should invest in it? Let’s take a look at some of the questions you need to ask before investing in cryptocurrency.
Personal Finances3-minute readPatrick ChismMarch 21, 2022
Index funds have surpassed traditional mutual funds as the popular investment for wealth building. Created in 1975 by Jack Bogle, the idea was to give the individual investor an opportunity to invest – without the costs of actively managed funds.
Personal Finances14-minute readRachel BurrisMarch 18, 2022
Millennials are moving back home in record numbers, but the phenomenon may benefit the generation ultimately. Here’s why.
Personal Finances6-Minute ReadLauren NowackiFebruary 28, 2022
Trying to save for a big purchase in the future? Learn how sinking funds can make it easier to save money so you can pay for big items without going into debt.
Personal Finances8-Minute ReadCathie EricsonFebruary 26, 2022
Sometimes a short-term loan won’t cut it. Learn more about the pros and cons of using a long-term personal loan instead to cover unexpected expenses.
Personal Finances4-Minute ReadJerry BrownFebruary 21, 2022
A hurdle rate can be used to determine the minimum rate of return on an investment. Read our article to learn more about the pros and cons of hurdle rate.
Personal Finances5-Minute ReadScott SteinbergFebruary 21, 2022
Planning to invest money in the stock market? Read on to learn about growth investing and whether it’s the right strategy to grow your portfolio.
Personal Finances3-Minute ReadDan MillerFebruary 21, 2022
Not quite sure how mill rate is impacting your property taxes? Visit our guide to get the full rundown on what millage is and how it relates to your tax rates.
Personal Finances9-Minute ReadCathie EricsonFebruary 21, 2022
Overspending is an issue for many. To curb your spending, you’ll need to identify existing habits and find solutions that lead to a better financial future.
Personal Finances4-Minute ReadSarah Li CainFebruary 21, 2022
Dollar-cost averaging is a common investment practice, but how does it work? Learn how to leverage this tool to build up your portfolio and reduce volatility.
Personal Finances6-minute readHanna KielarFebruary 18, 2022
A stipend is a fixed amount of money that companies pay people to perform a certain task. Learn more about how stipends work, different types and their cost.
