Tag: retirement
Bootstrapping: The best financing option for your startup
Written by: Rieva Lesonsky
Have you heard the term “bootstrapping a business?” Derived from the old saying about “pull yourself up by your bootstraps,” bootstrapping means using your own money to finance …
What’s a financial plan, and how do I build one?
Written by: Julie Ryan Evans
Do you have a financial plan? If not, you’re not alone. In fact, most Americans don’t have a written financial plan in place. For some, it may …
6 easy ways to invest in your 20s
Written by: Julie Ryan Evans
In your 20, you likely have started your career and are adulting like a champ (or at least attempting to do so). For the first time, …
How I saved $250K in my twenties
Written by: Sean Potter
If you’ve spent any length of time in the Personal Finance community, you’ve heard the standard advice a million times. Create a budget, spend less than you …
5 tips to make doing your taxes less painful
Written by: Brian Acton
No matter how simple or complicated your finances are, doing your taxes always involves some level of hassle. At the minimum, you have to compile your …
9 financial moves to make before a divorce
Written by: Jamie Friedlander
When most people first decide they’d like to file for divorce, the minutiae of their finances might not be top of mind. The psychological burden of …
How to avoid bankruptcy during a divorce
Written by: Emma Johnson
Divorce is one of the leading predictors of both bankruptcy and home foreclosure. Women are especially prone to a long-term financial fallout from divorce. Within a year …
5 bad money habits you picked up from your parents
Written by: Jeanine Skowronski
Moms and dads say they know best, especially when it comes to money matters. But a lot has changed since your parents were building their nest …
How to refinance your mortgage with bad credit
Written by: Janet Berry-Johnson
Bad credit can make refinancing a home loan harder, but it’s far from a disqualifier. According to credit rating agency Experian, “bad credit” is a score …
Should you withdraw from your IRA to pay down debt?
Written by: Kevin Mulligan
When you are facing a pile of debt that you just can’t seem to shake it can be tempting to look toward your retirement accounts as …
7 ways to finally save more money in 2019
Written by: Lauren Perez
The new year is a perfect time to make some changes in your life, whether that’s starting a new workout program or getting a new job. …
8 things to know about your 401(k) when you leave your job
Written by: Harris Nydick
Decades ago, it was typical for an employee to work their entire career for one company, climb the corporate ladder, and retire with a nice pension. …
9 of the best part-time jobs for retirees
Written by: Hanna Horvath
Retirement doesn’t necessarily mean you have to stop working. Whether you want to turn a side hobby into a steady source of income or haven’t saved …
Keep track of these 4 key areas of your business to make tax filing smoother
Written by: Tommy Walker
Consumer optimism is high, thanks in part to recent tax cuts for businesses and individuals as part of tax reform – the Tax Cuts and Jobs …
Tips for homeowners during & after divorce
Written by: Denny Ceizyk
Even though the divorce rate in the U.S. is falling, it’s still common for marriages to end. The emotional cost of such a life-changing event is obviously …
How to get life insurance in 2019 in 8 simple steps
Written by: Jeanine Skowronski
Life insurance is a noble New Year’s resolution, but if you’re unfamiliar with the process, purchasing a policy may seem daunting. Fortunately, applying for coverage has …
How some states are helping workers save for retirement
Written by: Hanna Horvath
Saving for retirement is important. The most common way to save up for retirement is an employer-provided 401(k) account, according to the AARP. But not everyone …
5 financial resolutions even you can’t mess up
Written by: Taylor Gordon
The new year has begun, so it’s time to start planning for a healthy and productive 2019. But instead of setting lofty financial resolutions that you’ll …
The only divorce checklist you need
Written by: Emma Johnson
Whether you are planning to leave a bad (or even dangerous) relationship, or have already mutually and amicably agreed to part ways with your spouse, the …
Goals without metrics are just wishes: How to conquer your resolutions
Written by: Mia Taylor
A new year, new goals, right? It’s human nature to want to start a new year with lofty goals for improving everything from your diet to …
