Let me ask you a few questions… Are you having trouble saving money? Do you wish personal finance could be easier? Do you cry when looking at your bank account? Everyone wishes they could save more and spend less. However, few people accomplish this goal. Why? The most common problem is that: You have no … Read more
Editor’s Note: As of February 2023, Personal Capital is known as Empower. This review will be updated to reflect this change. When was the last time you saw a doctor? Hopefully, it has not been too long. We take care of our bodies by going to the doctor. And by doing so, we are assessing … Read more
Do you have any idea where all of your money goes? No? Well, trust me, I have been there before. No matter what you do, you cannot seem to get ahead with your finances. If you are in this boat, like many of us, you likely do not have a budget (or one that works … Read more
Oh man, I have waaay too much time on my hands… …said no one ever. Your time is valuable, and there is always someone (or something) competing for your time. Your finances and investments are no exception. As an investor, you have many things requiring your attention and time on a daily basis. And whether … Read more
Acorns and Stash are micro-investment apps that make investing easy for everyone. It is 2019, and the power of technology has made investing easy, intuitive, and flexible. These apps create personalized investment portfolios by regularly saving and investing small amounts of money. These amounts are small enough to go undetected by the average user but … Read more
Purchasing stocks and other securities normally requires a broker who can execute your trade. If you are an active trader, you likely realize the importance of having a good stockbroker. If you are a new trader, you may be wondering… …do I really need this middleman (i.e., a stockbroker) to charge me fees? Well, the … Read more
Today we’ll be answering the question: is LendingTree legit? A Note On Loans There is nothing more frustrating than trying to find the “right” loan. Before taking out a loan, you need to shop around for the best lenders. But what are you even shopping for? All loans are created equal, right? Wrong! Loans are … Read more
Life is full of choices. Unfortunately, your student loan servicer is not one of those choices. That is right – your loan servicer for your federal student loans is essentially “luck of the draw.” But this does not mean that your student loan servicer can provide you with poor service. Why? Because you DO have … Read more
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As investors, we demand cheap, convenient, and intuitive online brokerages. Buying and selling stock investments used to require calling a stockbroker who would charge you absurd amounts for a simple stock trade. These days, you can do almost anything on your phone – including investing your money. The fact is, times have changed, and the … Read more
