Many people view sleep as a reprieve from their stressful day-to-day activities. Unfortunately, depending on the level of worry and anxiety you experience, your routine can quite literally haunt your sleep.Stress dreams are often vivid and terrifying. While some people may dream of financial turmoil, others will suffer from more imaginative nightmares, less focused on […]
How much money do you need to live on when you retire? While the answer varies depending on whether you plan to live a quiet life in your paid-off house or travel the world and see the sights. Either way, however, you should aim to save about 80% of your preretirement income for each year […]
You know that credit card debt can put a serious hit on your financial future, but that doesn’t mean you should write off credit cards completely. In fact, if you can qualify for a rewards credit card, it can serve as a smart tool to reduce your bottom line and pay for fun extras. These […]
As someone who has done this several times over the years, I can tell you that renegotiating interest on a current account isn’t as tricky as you might think. You just need to know how to ask. Here are three effective tips:1. Build a Persuasive ArgumentNo lender is going to magically give you a lower […]
For many people, a house is the most significant investment they will make in their entire lives. It is natural to expect an investment to pay dividends, especially when you invest a substantial portion of your income to it over thirty years.Unfortunately, while a home can pay you handsomely through equity, many people go about […]
If you think you need to be a slick Wall Street type to invest, think again. That’s just one of several myths about building an investment portfolio that you may have gleaned from television and movies. Here are four more investment myths that we can debunk right now.1. You Have To Be Filthy Rich To […]
In the DOJ’s recent lawsuit against Google, the government claims the company has used unfair practices to stay the dominant online search engine and act as “a monopoly gatekeeper of the internet.” Will this lawsuit cause tech stocks to plummet?What Is the Case About?This case asserts that by paying Apple billions to be the default […]
In the digital age, it is easy to feel as though privacy is obsolete. Many people continuously post updates about their days without considering the necessary security measures to protect their identity. However, while some do not worry enough about their privacy, others can become a little paranoid about their online presence and activity. Where […]
When the nation was first rattled by COVID-19 last spring, disinfectant, toilet paper, tissues, masks and hand sanitizer flew off the shelves. As winter approaches, prepare for a potential second wave by getting ahead of the probable shortages. Start your shopping with these 10 likely-to-sell-out essentials.Paper TowelsWhile TP is more readily available than it was […]
One of the most important lessons I’ve learned after so many decades in business is that finding a job that makes you happy is everything. That $80,000 a year salary won’t seem so special if you feel exhausted every night, barely get to see your kids or have to come in to work when you’re […]