Personal Finance

At one time, my idea of investing involved purchasing as many Beanie Baby collectibles as I could find and then let them appreciate in value. Terrible idea on so many levels. Now I understand that the best way to invest for the future is through old-fashioned securities, like stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. And these […]

Real-estate investing offers a way to earn money while building for your financial future—but it’s also an easy way to lose your shirt if you’re not careful. If you do your research and commit to tried-and-true systems, you can make your money back and then some. That’s why we want to go through 8 ways […]

You don’t have to pay for an account if you know where to look. There are plenty of great free business checking accounts out there. Business checking accounts are similar to a personal checking account. The biggest differences to look for are: Fees Balance requirements Transaction limitations And I’ve put together seven of my favorites […]

If someone depends on you, I recommend getting a good life insurance policy. They’ll be taken care of no matter what happens. Not everyone needs life insurance. If you’re 20 years old and single, without any dependents—don’t worry about it. When should you get life insurance? Certain life events should trigger the purchase of a […]