Imagine you’ve had a retirement plan in the works for years, even decades. You’re ready to retire in 2020… and then, something completely unexpected happens. A global pandemic. There’s no denying that COVID-19 has changed our lives. For those nearing retirement age...
Whether your child is starting college virtually or going on campus this fall, you may be thinking of giving them a credit card to cover their expenses. But what if they don’t have any credit history yet? What are your options for helping your child build credit?...
You’ve probably heard it before: you should have an emergency fund for those times when life throws you a curveball. Unexpected medical bills, car repairs, home repairs, a sudden layoff, and even pandemics can disrupt your current budget in an instant. As a retiree,...
When you’re aiming to get your finances in check, you might think you need to make more income to cover all your bases. However, making the most of the money you already have is a great way to meet your financial goals. Doing more with your money that’s already coming...
If you’ve been watching the news lately (as of this writing, it’s September 2019), you might be seeing a lot of headlines about the “Feds lowering interest rates again” or “interest rates at an all-time low.” You might also see the other headlines that indicate a...
In this year’s annual letter to its shareholders, Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett had an eloquent yet simple perspective on looking at finances: “Focus on the forest, forget the trees.” Too often, investors who evaluate Berkshire Hathaway obsess on the details...
