The path to building wealth looks different for everyone, but there are some tried-and-true steps you can take to reach your personal financial goals. Starting a budget, automating your savings, paying off debt and investing for retirement are among the key ways to build wealth. Building wealth can take time, dedication and a fair amount […]
Read MoreThese money habits will help you avoid debt, save more, and plan for the future. When I was in my 20s, people told me that I’d have everything together in my 30s. I’d know exactly what I want out of life and how to get it. What I found to be true about your 30s […]
Read MoreRules of thumb, one-size-fits-all ideas and trendy tips don’t build wealth, but a strategy tailored for you can help ensure you’re well prepared for the future. Step 1: Know how your cash is flowing The first step in building wealth is understanding your cash flow. Cash flow isn’t about monthly budgeting; it’s a 12-month road […]
Read MoreDebt collectors can be unlawful and abusive. But if you know your rights when dealing with debt collection agencies, you can keep them in their place. While I’ve been in deep debt, I’ve never been in deep with a debt collector. And that’s a very good thing, because those are not the kind of Dollar […]
Read MoreIn a world where financial independence and empowerment are increasingly recognised as essential goals, women are taking charge of their financial destinies. Building wealth with a single source of income may seem challenging, but it is achievable with the right strategies and mind-set. Difficult as it may sound because of the rising cost of living […]
Read MoreFinancial freedom means having enough passive income to never have to work for a long time, or possibly ever again. This passive income can come from bond interest, high dividend stocks, index funds, rental properties, or other reliable sources. As long as your passive income covers your expenses and keeps up with inflation with a […]
Read MoreSet yourself on the path to financial freedom with these 12 habits Financial freedom is having enough savings, investments, and cash on hand to afford the lifestyle you want for yourself and your family is an important goal for many people. It also means growing a nest egg that will allow you to retire or […]
Read MoreThe last few years of living in a pandemic have taught us that we can’t depend on our jobs to be our only source of income. Anyone can understand the stress that comes with losing your income without notice. Even during that difficult time, not everyone felt the same level of stress. For those who […]
Read MoreWe’ve all learned over the last several years that sometimes, despite doing everything right, events can happen that bring about a lot of uncertainty. The COVID-19 pandemic spotlighted that fact and, for so many, their work and financial lives were derailed. For many of us, it’s changed the way we think about work and money […]
Read MoreWhere should we learn how to handle money? School. But we don’t. Instead, what you know or don’t know about finances stems from a number of factors: how you were raised and what you learned from friends, financial advisors, a spouse, random Internet searches, and so on. Which leads to money habits that aren’t ideal. […]
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