When starting a business with family, it’s pretty much a roll of the dice as to whether it will work out. Even with a great product, storefront, or sales pitch, family nonsense can sometimes…
As with many individuals trying to live in the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) world, there is always a question about the best path forward. The hope is that by working hard early on…
It goes without saying that the national debt is rising every day as the “clock” continues to show the math heading in the wrong direction. Whether due to an aging population, budget deficits, or…
Southwest Airlines has been known as one of the friendliest companies in the friendly skies for as long as the airline industry can remember. Airlines are often seen as some of the most consumer…
In today’s financial world, there’s a clear lesson to learn in that you shouldn’t hesitate to invest money in retirement. There are no guarantees around income or market growth, but every cent counts, so…
When we think about credit cards and the best cash-back and travel options available, there is a good chance you won’t hear anything about store-branded credit cards. The biggest issue isn’t that these cards…
It should go without saying that the most important thing you need to do with a credit card is use it responsibly. If you don’t, the consequences can be terrible, including debt collectors and…
For as many years as I can remember I’ve heard the phrase “cash is king,” but I don’t believe that’s really telling the whole story anymore. Cash may be great for some things, but…
Entrepreneur, author, motivational speaker, and family man, Jim Rohn was many things to many people, seemingly excelling at all of them. Born to a poor family, by the time Rohn turned 30, he was…
In the history of the business world, it should go without saying that far more companies fail than succeed. This is an unfortunate truth, with as many as 20% of new businesses failing in…
If you have even remotely studied the baby boomer generation, you know this is not only the largest group of Americans but also some of the wealthiest in history. Baby boomers were born from…
Credit cards can be the ultimate tool in your wallet for smart shopping and earning money back if used correctly. This is especially true as cash-back credit cards reward you with “free” money just…
In many ways and for many reasons, baby boomers have been some of the most successful people we know. As a result, the largest transfer of wealth in history is happening now and into…
Well-known for this tough talk on money, Kevin O’Leary, also known as “Mr. Wonderful” from Shark Tank, has become synonymous with his no nonsense outlook on working hard and getting rich. Of course, it’s…
If you asked a hundred people on the street what the Social Security Administration supports, the answer would likely be retirement. This is everything they know about this government program for millions of Americans,…
The Required Minimum Distribution is one of the most frustrating aspects in the financial arena and arguably one of the least liked. Better known as an RMD, it mainly applies to anyone, including retirees…
While it’s not always the most popular idea on Reddit, working with a financial advisor can be one of the most intelligent decisions any retiree can make. Even if you are someone who doesn’t…
Social Security is a far more complex program than people traditionally think. There is so much more involved in administering the United States’ largest budget expense than just writing checks to tens of millions…
Dealing with a deceased parent's financial accounts ranks among the most difficult tasks anyone faces. The grief of losing a loved one compounds when you must navigate complex banking and retirement systems, often while…
In the case of many individuals investigating the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) lifestyle, there is always a question about the best moves. What works for one individual and how they structure their accounts…
