Posts filed under: Personal Finance

The rise of the Reddit traders have made a lot of news recently. There seemed to be a titanic battle between wall street funds and retail investors over the fate of stocks such as GameStop. Wall street funds were betting...
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Emergencies happen. Bills are due, but you don’t have sufficient funds in your account to cover them all. Unfortunately, failing to make a payment could negatively impact your credit score and result in you owing more thanks to late fees...
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Congratulations on looking into a car purchase! This is an exciting time, but can also come with the stress of making sure you get the best deal.  One of the key decisions you might be struggling with is whether to...
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If you’ve been in a similar scenario, you’re not alone: you write a rent check for $800, only for the check to bounce. You could have sworn you had at least $1,000 in your account, but alas, you were a...
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A REIT is a powerful investment that is part of many strong portfolios. It provides a steady stream of income, and is a good hedge against inflation. A REIT is even more attractive if you can hold the investment in...
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Imagine you are checking out at the grocery store, ready to buy a carton of eggs. It’s a small purchase — maybe $2.75 for a dozen. You hand over your debit card, completely forgetting that you only have $1 currently...
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Today we’re going to discuss something almost everyone wants. It can bring great joy or great pain, but it can be awkward to talk about. We’re of course referring to… wait, is this post about love or money? Oh, both?...
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Are credit cards a blessing or a curse? Well, it all depends on your spending habits. With good habits, using a credit card actually saves you money since you can earn cashback or other rewards. With bad habits, you’ll be...
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Have you ever thought about making the mortgage interest on your house tax-deductible? Depending on your situation, this could save you a lot of money! In the United States, you’re already able to claim mortgage interest expenses related to roughly...
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Structured notes are a powerful investment product that should be considered as part of your portfolio. The right structured note combines protection for your money with the upside for investment gains. There are lots of complexities that can be built...
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