Call me crazy, but I don’t see a war breaking out in the world’s oil basin as being a catalyst for stocks moving higher. Especially with inflation being the most…
Category: Finance
The 2 Reasons Mortgage Rates are at All-Time Highs (one not so obvious)
Mortgage rates have reached their highest point in the past 15 years, creating concerns for homebuyers and homeowners alike. While it’s well-known that mortgage rates are closely related to yields…
Stocks are Tanking Today! What’s Happening?
The stock market landscape is an ever-changing terrain where investors constantly keep a critical eye on the actions of the Federal Reserve and their implications on interest rates. One specific…
529s, Coverdell ESAs, and More: A Comprehensive Guide to Saving for College
Let’s face it – college costs are increasing, and so is the financial strain on students and parents. According to a recent report, the average approximate budget for full-time undergraduate…
25 Things Frugal People Do (That You Aren’t Doing and Should!)
Frugality is not a dirty word, even though it’s gotten a bad rap. Why? There is a misconception that being frugal means being cheap. However, that’s not really true. Rather,…
The 10 Best Books For Saving Money
What’s in your savings account right now? Unless it’s a lot, you’re alone. In fact, this amount is under $100 for nearly a third of Americans. According to GOBankingRates, 32.9%…
The Year The Index Achieved 13 Days of Positive Returns
All Right, Life Goal Nation! Investment markets have been thriving, showcasing an exceptional performance with the Dow Jones Index experiencing an impressive streak of consecutive positive returns. In this article,…
How to Prepare for Switching to Medicare
When people retire, they lose their employer-sponsored health insurance. But as long as they don’t retire before age 65, most people should have access to Medicare. Medicare is the federal…
The Resilient Consumer in the Face of Rising Interest Rates: The Role of Fixed Rate Mortgages
The strength of consumer spending amidst rising interest rates has left economists around the world perplexed. Despite the Federal Reserve’s attempts to curb consumer spending through interest rate hikes, people…
How To Save Money: 10 Tips to Build Your Savings
Are you struggling to find ways each month to save money? Continue reading for some tips on how you can build up your savings.