As the world of work changes, more and more people are taking steps to go into business for themselves. Sometimes this is done via freelancing, the gig economy, or simply by launching a startup company. However, making the right moves when launching a startup business is absolutely imperative and can be the determining factor in success or failure. One of the biggest and most common mistakes made by aspiring entrepreneurs …
Marriage is one of the most amazing things that will happen in a person's life. Entering into a union and partnership with the person that you love, cherish, and care for is wonderful. However, like most things in life, entering a marriage requires and involves planning, especially when it comes to finances and money-related matters. Chances are that both people have their own financial histories; when entering into a legal …
Having children is one of the most significant milestones in the life of any adult. In the best case scenarios, knowing that a baby is on the way can be very exciting and even a little nerve-wracking. However, without the proper financial planning, excitement can quickly become stress while nerve-wracking can morph into downright terrifying. This is why financial preparation for the newest member(s) of the family is absolutely imperative. …
Wanderlust, also known as the strong desire to travel, is more common than some people might imagine. The truth of the matter is that the world is a very big place. There are many places to visit and an amazing plethora of things to see and do. While the upsides of traveling (such as learning, exposure to new, diverse cultures, etc) are well-documented, financial planning is absolutely critical, especially when …
As the world changes, so do work options and the workforce in general. The inevitable emergence of artificial intelligence and automation has also played a role in the shift and perception of work. Traditionally, when most people thought of work, they were reminded of a specific place where they went to offer a particular service or product. However, this, too, is changing. More and more people are rejecting notions of …
While hoarding money is not really a common phenomenon, it does happen from time to time. Nine times out of ten, distrust, paranoia, and fear are the motivating factors for individuals who willfully chose to hoard cash.
When most people hear the term "investing," they generally think of stocks, bonds, or mutual funds. While each of the foregoing elements can be very profitable investments, the best investment that an individual will ever make is in themselves. How does that happen, though? How does someone go about investing in themselves? The preceding questions are very common, however, there are several ways of investing in oneself and the merits …