This 9-year rise in the stock market has been called “the most hated stock rally ever.” Maybe people are so scarred by the Great Recession that they can’t believe good news will ever happen again in the stock market. Even…
When shopping for a home, it can be exciting to hear how much a bank is willing to lend you. But homeowners, especially first-time homebuyers, need to be cautious about maxing out that loan. NBR asked several financial planners their…
What’s the difference? Often people need help deciding whether to save for retirement in a Traditional or Roth-type of account; another way to put that is do you want tax-free or tax-deferred? This question can come up when you…
Hang on! Tempted to buy more of your winners and dump your losing investments? Read tips from investing pros (including me!) on how to avoid that mistake. Tips from Investing Pros The editorial team at ETF Reference surveyed…
It’s July already???? Yikes, 2017 has gone by quickly! Time to do a financial check-up on those New Year’s Resolutions to see how you are doing. I don’t know what your resolutions were, so here are a few common…
The payoff? Wondering if you should pay off your mortgage early or stick with those monthly payments? You’re not alone. In this article from dynamicnsurance.com, I’m asked whether getting rid of your mortgage is actually a good idea. I…
The idea of a recession is scary, but planning and rational action can lessen the worry. You can't control the stock market, but you can control your money. This fast, free class gives you 5 actionable tips to get your household finances ready for a recession tomorrow, next month, or next year.
