As we approach each new year, it’s important to take a moment to reflect and assess where your business is at. Doing so can help you solidify your goals for the coming year and provide some clarity as you work toward the eight-figure exit. As an RIA owner, an end-of-year checklist is essential. However, you […]
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Love and money don’t always go hand in hand. However, for many couples, sharing a credit card together is a solid choice that can strengthen finances and make life a whole lot easier! Having access to the same credit card can offer protection, rewards, and other perks that are essential to any couple. It can
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Tiffani Sherman writes for NerdWallet. Email: articles@nerdwallet.com. The article The Guide to Fort Lauderdale Airport Lounges originally appeared on NerdWallet.
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At the end of every year, I highlight the best posts and podcasts on Financial Samurai. Determining the “best” of Financial Samurai is both objective and subjective. For those new here, I started this site in July 2009, at the depths of the global financial crisis. I had been considering launching the site since 2006,
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Lee Huffman writes for NerdWallet. Email: travel@nerdwallet.com. The article What to Do if Your Passport Hasn’t Arrived in Time originally appeared on NerdWallet.
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With summer upon us, many of us are turning to air conditioning and other appliances to stay cool. However, these appliances can quickly drive up our energy bills, leaving us with a big shock when we get the bill. Luckily, there are simple ways to save money on energy this summer, and one of them
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PeopleImages.com – Yuri A / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. Want to please a crowd on a budget? The ever-popular charcuterie board is great for picnics, dinner on the deck or a patio happy hour. It’s surprisingly easy to assemble your own board with grocery store ingredients that cost
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With the myriad of credit card offers available, it’s easy to wonder, “How many credit cards is the optimal number?” While there’s no magic number, understanding the pros and cons of having multiple credit cards… The post How Many Credit Cards Is Too Many? appeared first on Crediful. https://www.crediful.com/how-many-credit-cards-is-too-many/ #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing
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Staying in your home after retirement is a comfortable choice but, increasingly, it isn’t necessarily affordable. A growing number of retirees spend more than 30% of their incomes on housing, with 41% still carrying a mortgage at ages 65 to 79, according to a 2023 Harvard study. An analysis of retirement spending by T. Rowe
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Jae Bratton writes for NerdWallet. Email: jbratton@nerdwallet.com. The article Should You Use Your Home or Car as Collateral for a Credit Card? originally appeared on NerdWallet.
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If you’re one of the many people who detest the cold weather, the idea of spending your retirement bundled up in layers, shoveling snow, and dealing with icy roads is likely unappealing. It’s crucial to consider the climate of potential retirement locations before making a move. This article will explore some places you should avoid
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Near the end of 2023, Mint announced that they were closing up shop by March of 2024. For years, I’d used Mint in my early to mid-twenties to help me manage spending. Budgeting is a key component of responsible money management and Mint made it super easy. Over the years, I focused more on investing
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It isn’t difficult to find a no-fee checking account. Many banks and credit unions offer them. But even no-fee accounts may not be completely free. You’ll save on monthly maintenance and other charges, but you may still need to pay for some services. Here’s what you need to know about finding a no-fee checking account,
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With stocks again near record highs, it’s a good idea to find ways to spend some of your stock market gains. Owning stocks provides no utility or inherent joy (unless you’re a lover of money itself), so we must sell on occasion to capture its benefits. When I first began investing in stocks in 1996,
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The post Best $50 Sign-Up Bonus Offers for December 2023 appeared first on Millennial Money. Sometimes, financial apps offer $50 sign-up bonuses to encourage new users to open an account. I’ve personally made around $5,000 on sign-up bonuses over the years. A lot of the time, all you need to do to earn these cash
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I’m always looking for new ways to make money, and surveys are always a great option. With so many survey sites available today, it can be hard to determine which is the best. In this HeyPiggy review, I help you learn how HeyPiggy works, its features, and pros/cons to see if it’s right for you.
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Chanelle Bessette writes for NerdWallet. Email: cbessette@nerdwallet.com. The article 5 Financial New Year’s Resolutions for 2024 originally appeared on NerdWallet.
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Tulips. Never invest in tulips. Now that you’ve learned that lesson — know that spring-blooming perennials aren’t the only highly volatile investment you should avoid during these highly volatile times. If you disregard the internet’s advice and stubbornly flush your portfolio down the drain, that will be on you. 1. Penny Stocks Image Credit: Shutterstock.
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In the age of digital transactions, it’s clear you need a bank account. If someone wants to send you money via Zelle or your employer or freelance gig only offers a direct deposit option, check-cashing… The post What Is a Second Chance Bank Account? appeared first on Crediful. https://www.crediful.com/what-is-a-second-chance-bank-account/ #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing
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