Christine Benz, morning star ‘s director of personal finance, is a mix of analytical and practical. Her analytical side of her says US growth stocks are overvalued, so she advises investors to load up on foreign stocks and cheaper US value stocks. Her practical side of her realizes that Americans worry about their mortgages or […]
If you’re going to read just one financial book this year, read “Money Magic: An Economist’s Secrets to More Money, Less Risk and a Better Life” (Little, Brown Spark) by well-known economist Laurence Kotlikoff, who also co -authored the definitive book on Social Security, “Get What’s Yours.” Kotlikoff has the extraordinary ability to make complicated […]
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One of the realities of investing that we know all too well is that markets and the value of our investment portfolios never stay the same. Seems pretty obvious to many, but somehow no matter how much or little experience we have as investors there is still an element of surprise when we check our […]
April is Financial Literacy Month, designed to promote greater financial understanding among children and adults. Yet, more than half of Americans get anxious simply thinking about their finances. Why are so many adults stressed out about money? It’s partly because managing money is complex. Understanding the basics of budgeting, saving and even compound interest rates […]
Image source: Getty Images You may be able to pay a lower price the next time you shop at Target. key points Take advantage of price match policies to get a great deal and keep more money in your wallet. Target will match competitor prices and will also match Target.com prices. With prices rising due […]
Lee Jimenez, a teacher at Indian Hill Elementary School in Cincinnati, Ohio, discusses credit cards and methods of payments with his 3rd grade class using online financial education curriculum SmartPath. SMARTPATH There’s momentum for personal finance education becoming law in many states across the country. Nearly half the states already mandate such instruction, and more […]
Budgeting and financial planning are two terms that are easily confused. Both apply to personal finances and both are activities that can help you be financially successful now and in the future. Yet, while the two go hand-in-hand, they are not the same. Here are ways they differ and how they can work together to […]
Image source: Getty Images Retirement is not everyone’s idea of a good time. key points There are benefits to working past the standard retirement age. Retirement is a great time to change career paths. Working can be good for your bank account and mind. Yesterday, I had coffee with two friends I’ve known since junior […]
Homebuyers are currently contending with the highest mortgage rates in nearly 13 years. Even after hitting 5%, mortgage rates are continuing to tick up. Last week, the average 30-year fixed weekly rate clocked in at 5.27%. It’s unclear how much further they could rise. If you’re getting ready to start the homebuying process, be prepared […]