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UNest is an app that helps you save for your child’s future. When UNest was founded, it focused on 529 Savings Plans, a common type of tax-advantaged account designed to help you save for future college expenses on behalf of a beneficiary. However, while 529 plans offer a lot of tax advantages, they are restrictive. That is […]
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Real estate can be a valuable part of a well-diversified portfolio and generally has a risk and return profile that falls between that of stocks and bonds. Here are a few key benefits of real estate: Real estate is a physical thing, unlike stocks and bonds. This adds stability—because it’s a tangible asset, it will […]
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All of the recent hype surrounding Gamestop, cryptocurrency, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and meme stocks made me question – is anyone risk averse anymore? Does anyone value consistent returns over the 50/50 gamble to win big or lose it all? Of course, I know the answer is “yes.” There are over $4 trillion in passive funds right now, which […]
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Your net worth is one of many financial ratios that is important to measure. But, unfortunately, having a negative net worth is probably more common than you think. A common example of someone who would have a negative net worth is a 20-year old who just graduated from college and needed to use student loans […]
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Defining the difference between needs vs. wants is an essential step when you are building a budget. And while this is usually a straightforward determination, there can be nuance between the two depending on your situation. On top of that, wants and needs together make up the total costs within your budget, and are where […]
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Do you want to know how to get rich? (Of course! Don’t we all?) While you may think getting “rich” is impossible, the truth is that with consistency and discipline, almost anyone can drastically improve their financial lives and may even build substantial wealth. While there are a few tricks to becoming wealthy, and some […]
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Before we dive in, it’s important to note that these debt payoff methods only work if you have extra money each month to pay towards debt. It also only works if you have more than one type of debt to pay off. If you have only one type of debt, your extra monthly payment would […]
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John Krasinski Net Worth 2021: $80 million. John Krasinski is most well known for his role as Jim Halpert on NBC’s hit sitcom The Office. The show aired from 2005 to 2013, and while this role may be what got John Krasinksi his start, it certainly wasn’t the only thing that contributed to his success […]
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Index investing is my preferred investment strategy, but of course, that doesn’t mean it’s the only good strategy. Many investors have had success investing in cryptocurrency, real estate, and by actively selecting individual stocks. Titan Invest is a new investment management firm that focuses on the last investment option mentioned above – actively selecting stocks. […]
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Buy now pay later apps like Klarna, Afterpay, and Affirm might seem like great products for consumers and businesses alike, but they come with a catch. For consumers, these apps can help you pay for big-ticket items like a new mattress or television by breaking down the purchase into smaller, more manageable payments. However, these […]
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Wouldn’t it be great if you could improve your investment returns by owning securities when prices are increasing and selling them before they crash? If you learn how to read stock charts, you might have a chance to do so. People take many different strategies for investing in stocks. I rely on a mix of […]
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Slowing saving money in a savings account is not the most exciting thing you can do with your hard-earned cash. In fact, it’s probably one of the most boring things you can do! But, it is effective, and PrizePool is a company that is out to make it fun, too. The average American household has […]
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Jennifer Garner Net Worth 2021: $80 million. Jennifer Garner is best known for being a successful actress, but many people don’t know that Jennifer Garner is also an accomplished film producer, entrepreneur, and spokesperson. Looking at her track record, it’s no surprise that Garner has made a considerable fortune from her business ventures and acting […]
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2020 was a weird year for the world economy. Even more surprising has been the impact of the economic fallout on the stock market. It was a year when expensive stocks grew even more costly. Given the high unemployment rate and the fall in GDP, everyone expected the stock market to crash. Yet, the markets bounced back […]
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For a long time, investing was viewed as complicated and intimidating. Thankfully, many recent innovations have made investing simpler and simpler over the years, whether it was the introduction of index funds, free stock trading, and most recently, micro investing platforms. Micro investing apps and platforms make it easy for anyone to become an investor, […]
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It’s funny how sometimes life can give small clues as to how you should be handling your finances. For example, a few years ago, a minor snow skiing accident revealed my lack of diversity regarding investing. You’re probably scratching your head, wondering what I’m talking about. Let me set the scene for you. This post […]
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A great way to build wealth is to acquire income producing assets that put your money to work and create multiple streams of passive income. In fact, it’s probably one of the best ways to reach your retirement goals and financial independence. The reason why is because we all have one thing in common: we […]
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Today we’re going to discuss the most expensive stock on the stock market. But we’ll also cover the rest of the top five most expensive stocks. And we’ll ask the question, “In a market full of various metrics, how should we define ‘expensive?’” This post was written in partnership with Your Money Geek. The Most […]
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Dave Ramsey is a personal finance expert and is most well known for his 7 baby steps to help you get out of debt and take control of your money. While these steps have helped millions of people, they are not perfect. Below I’ll walk through the pros and cons of Dave Ramsey’s Baby Steps […]
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Health savings account rules are easy to follow. On top of that, they are one of the most underrated investment accounts available. They’ve been around since 2003 and come with a lot of awesome benefits. The biggest perk is being able to contribute pre-tax dollars and have it grow tax-free. We’ll detail more of the […]
