December 2024

Assessed Value vs. Market Value: What’s the Difference?

Assessed Value vs. Market Value: What’s the Difference?

A home’s assessed value is determined by the local government in order to calculate property taxes, and market value is how much the home would sell for in the current real estate market. While both terms relate to how much your home is worth, the assessed value and market value of your property may not […]

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13 Lucrative Careers for Space Enthusiasts

13 Lucrative Careers for Space Enthusiasts

For those fascinated by the mysteries of the universe, there are exciting career opportunities that combine passion with high earning potential. Highlighting these careers not only inspires future scientists and engineers but also shows how space exploration continues to drive innovation and discovery. Whether you’re into astronomy, technology, or research, these roles prove that a

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How Investment Property Mortgage Rates Differ From Conventional Mortgage Rates

How Investment Property Mortgage Rates Differ From Conventional Mortgage Rates

An investment property is real estate that generates income for you, either by renting it to tenants or by fixing it up and “flipping” it for a profit. Buying an investment property can produce passive income and diversify your investment portfolio. As with mortgages for a home you’ll live in, factors such as your down

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Hatchback vs Sedan: What’s the Difference?

Hatchback vs Sedan: What’s the Difference?

Shannon Bradley writes for NerdWallet. Email: sbradley@nerdwallet.com. The article Hatchback vs Sedan: What’s the Difference? originally appeared on NerdWallet. https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/cars/car-shopping/hatchback-vs-sedan #financialliteracy #financialfreedom #finance #financialindependence #personalfinance #money #financialeducation #investing #financialplanning #entrepreneur #debtfree #wealth #creditrepair #budgeting #investment #debtfreecommunity #credit #financialadvisor #creditscore #financetips #financialgoals #realestate #debtfreejourney #moneymanagement #creditrestoration #invest #wealthbuilding #creditrepairservices #moneytips #passiveincome #finances #generationalwealth

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20 Childhood Foods That Taste Different Now

20 Childhood Foods That Taste Different Now

The nostalgia of childhood flavors is the taste of pure joy and bliss. But as the years pass and we venture further into adulthood, we may find that some of our beloved childhood foods no longer deliver the same sensory delight. It’s a bittersweet realization that our taste buds have evolved, and the flavors we

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Simplifi by Quicken Review 2024: An Agile Money Management & Budgeting App

Simplifi by Quicken Review 2024: An Agile Money Management & Budgeting App

When you think about budgeting and money management, Quicken has been at the top of many people’s lists for decades. But Quicken is software you download to your Mac or Windows machine. What if you want a mobile app that has powerful budgeting and planning features that you can use when you’re out and about?

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FP Answers: How does this frustrated senior ensure his estate is not heavily taxed at death?

FP Answers: How does this frustrated senior ensure his estate is not heavily taxed at death?

Paying a little more now could provide significant relief on your final tax return upon death https://financialpost.com/personal-finance/taxes/how-ensure-estate-not-heavily-taxed-death #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy #success #investment #wealth #motivation #financialindependence #passiveincome #personalfinance #realestate #stockmarket #debtfree #entrepreneurship #invest #bitcoin #creditrepair #debtfreecommunity #investor #trading #workfromhome #stocks #credit #financialeducation #bhfyp

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How to Get a Car Loan With No Down Payment

How to Get a Car Loan With No Down Payment

It’s generally recommended to put some money down when buying a car using an auto loan, but it’s not always required. There are a handful of ways you can buy a car with no down payment, such as improving your credit score, trading in your current vehicle, comparing lenders and more. That said, it’s also

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Boldin Financial Planner Review: Financial Freedom Made Easier

Boldin Financial Planner Review: Financial Freedom Made Easier

I recently had dinner with Steve Chen, founder of Boldin, in San Francisco, and I’m excited to deepen my partnership with his company. Since first writing about Boldin (formerly NewRetirement) in 2020, I’ve seen how much the platform has evolved and expanded its offerings. The world needs a financial planning tool that takes a holistic

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A Classic Dive Bar Holds Out Against the Tide

A Classic Dive Bar Holds Out Against the Tide

Tony Lioce writes for NerdWallet. Email: articles@nerdwallet.com. The article A Classic Dive Bar Holds Out Against the Tide originally appeared on NerdWallet. https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/a-classic-dive-bar-holds-out-against-the-tide #financialliteracy #financialfreedom #finance #financialindependence #personalfinance #money #financialeducation #investing #financialplanning #entrepreneur #debtfree #wealth #creditrepair #budgeting #investment #debtfreecommunity #credit #financialadvisor #creditscore #financetips #financialgoals #realestate #debtfreejourney #moneymanagement #creditrestoration #invest #wealthbuilding #creditrepairservices #moneytips #passiveincome #finances #generationalwealth

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10 Major Reasons Millennials Are Opting Out of Parenthood

10 Major Reasons Millennials Are Opting Out of Parenthood

Millennials are making different choices about parenthood than previous generations, and it’s important to understand why.  Exploring these reasons can shed light on the challenges and values shaping this generation’s decisions. It also opens up meaningful conversations about how society can better support those who choose to start families or those who don’t. 1. Career

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How the soaring U.S. dollar and other foreign currency moves can affect your taxes

How the soaring U.S. dollar and other foreign currency moves can affect your taxes

Jamie Golombek: CRA releases refresher on how foreign currency gains and losses should be treated for tax purposes https://financialpost.com/personal-finance/taxes/u-s-dollar-foreign-currency-moves-affect-taxes #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy #success #investment #wealth #motivation #financialindependence #passiveincome #personalfinance #realestate #stockmarket #debtfree #entrepreneurship #invest #bitcoin #creditrepair #debtfreecommunity #investor #trading #workfromhome #stocks #credit #financialeducation #bhfyp

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Used Car vs. New Car: Which Should You Buy?

Used Car vs. New Car: Which Should You Buy?

Should you buy a used car or a new car? The answer depends on several factors, including your budget. The average monthly payment for a new car is $209 more than the average monthly payment for a used car, according to Experian’s State of the Automotive Finance Market report from the second quarter (Q2) of

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Chase Sapphire Lounge San Diego: A First Look at an Amenity-Filled Escape

Chase Sapphire Lounge San Diego: A First Look at an Amenity-Filled Escape

Meghan Coyle writes for NerdWallet. Email: mcoyle@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @inkwaves. The article Chase Sapphire Lounge San Diego: A First Look at an Amenity-Filled Escape originally appeared on NerdWallet. https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/chase-sapphire-lounge-san-diego-a-first-look-at-an-amenity-filled-escape #financialliteracy #financialfreedom #finance #financialindependence #personalfinance #money #financialeducation #investing #financialplanning #entrepreneur #debtfree #wealth #creditrepair #budgeting #investment #debtfreecommunity #credit #financialadvisor #creditscore #financetips #financialgoals #realestate #debtfreejourney #moneymanagement #creditrestoration #invest #wealthbuilding

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12 Gorgeous Places Retirees Are Settling Down For the Good Life

12 Gorgeous Places Retirees Are Settling Down For the Good Life

Choosing the right place to retire is a big decision that can greatly impact your quality of life. Many retirees are seeking gorgeous locations that offer beauty, relaxation, and affordable living. These destinations provide a chance to enjoy the “good life,” with scenic views, great weather, and activities tailored to a slower, more enjoyable pace. 

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Best Money Market Accounts Rates – 5.27% APY (December 2024)

Best Money Market Accounts Rates – 5.27% APY (December 2024)

Money market accounts are less flexible than checking accounts but more flexible than savings accounts, which is why they offer an interest rate that is higher than a checking account but often lower than a savings account. We delve into this more at the end of the article if you really want to know the differences. What

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With law-school loans and divorce paid off, couple unsure how to use freed-up funds

With law-school loans and divorce paid off, couple unsure how to use freed-up funds

Family Finance: At 45 and 43 and remarried with four kids, this pair could retire sooner than they think, adviser calculates https://financialpost.com/personal-finance/family-finance/edmonton-couple-asks-how-use-freed-up-funds #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy #success #investment #wealth #motivation #financialindependence #passiveincome #personalfinance #realestate #stockmarket #debtfree #entrepreneurship #invest #bitcoin #creditrepair #debtfreecommunity #investor #trading #workfromhome #stocks #credit #financialeducation #bhfyp

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Average Auto Lease Payment Climbs to 8, Slightly Less Than Loan Cost

Average Auto Lease Payment Climbs to $638, Slightly Less Than Loan Cost

While the majority of drivers still finance their vehicle with a loan, a share of drivers in the U.S. choose to lease. Leasing has a few advantages over buying, such as more manageable payments and warranty coverage, but some of the advantages afforded to drivers who prefer leasing to buying are disappearing in 2024. According

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Maximizing Tax-Free Income and Withdrawals In Retirement

Maximizing Tax-Free Income and Withdrawals In Retirement

There’s a lot of enthusiasm for Roth IRA conversions and Mega Backdoor Roth IRAs—and for good reason. Paying taxes upfront on your retirement accounts can be a savvy move, especially if you’re in a mid-to-lower federal income tax bracket, as it allows for tax-free withdrawals in the future. That said, thanks to the latest standard

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Disneyland Christmas 2024: Deals and Free Activities

Disneyland Christmas 2024: Deals and Free Activities

Meghan Coyle writes for NerdWallet. Email: mcoyle@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @inkwaves. The article Disneyland Christmas 2024: Deals and Free Activities originally appeared on NerdWallet. https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/disneyland-christmas-2024-deals-and-free-activities #financialliteracy #financialfreedom #finance #financialindependence #personalfinance #money #financialeducation #investing #financialplanning #entrepreneur #debtfree #wealth #creditrepair #budgeting #investment #debtfreecommunity #credit #financialadvisor #creditscore #financetips #financialgoals #realestate #debtfreejourney #moneymanagement #creditrestoration #invest #wealthbuilding #creditrepairservices #moneytips #passiveincome #finances #generationalwealth

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