Aaron Freeman / Money Talks News When the stock market declines by 20% from its highs, it’s called a bear market. And boy, are we in one. In fact, we just suffered the worst January-to-June period in 52 years. Nixon was in the White House the last time stocks fell this much in the first […]
An individual retirement account (IRA) is an investment account that gives you amazing tax advantages for retirement savings. The two common types: Traditional IRA. This account allows you to invest pre-tax income. You’ll rollover your 401k into a traditional IRA whenever you leave a job. Currently, anyone younger than 70 ½ -years old is allowed to […]
Getting into college is by no means an easy feat. From the lengthy application process to entrance exams, it can be rough. Then there’s actually paying for college which, at times, can seem impossible. But I’m here to tell you how to get college scholarships and it’s not nearly as difficult as you might think. […]
Finding the right savings account can get you an extra $200 for free this year. Depending on your balance, it could make you a lot more money. Let’s say you have $10,000 to put into one of the best online savings account. How much would that turn into at a big bank savings account? Most […]
Knowing how to invest in stocks is an important step you can take to achieve financial freedom. It’s a statement backed by TONS of research. The best way to invest in stocks is through index funds. I am not the only one saying that. It’s also recommended by billionaire investors: “When you look at the […]
Part of my rich life is buying as much coffee as I want. I never sweat small purchases like that. A car, however, is one of the biggest personal expenses that I’ll ever make. I’m actually thinking of buying a new car myself right now. Sweating the details and purchasing a car will save me […]
Dean Drobot / Shutterstock.com You know the golden rule of decluttering: If you haven’t worn or used it in a full year, it’s time to let go. Of course, selling isn’t always that easy. There are items around your house that have sentimental value, but there also are things that were such a splurge, you […]
Dean Drobot / Shutterstock.com For millions of people, a college degree is a ticket that helps them cash in on the American dream. Choosing the right school makes success even more likely, according to a recent analysis by the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce. Georgetown researchers found that earning a degree in […]
Mix and Match Studio / Shutterstock.com Between mortgage costs and hidden homeownership costs, we spend a ton of money on our homes. But what if your home could give a little back? It’s possible to put your home to work for you, bringing in extra income and offsetting some costs associated with it. Following are […]
Prostock-studio / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. When was the last time you printed out your resume and handed it to an actual human being? These days, many job seekers don’t interact with a real, live person until they get past an electronic screening round. More companies are using […]