Finance

Frugality often gets a bad rap. Many people misunderstand frugality and assume that it's nothing more than being "cheap" when, in reality, frugality is making sure that you get the most from the money and resources you have, even if they are limited. [Here are 10 ways to do just that.] Words: 1132

The Federal Reserve has vowed to provide up to US$2.3 trillion in lending to support households, employers, financial markets and state and local governments struggling as a result of COVID-19 and corresponding stay-at-home orders...[but] very little of the Fed’s money actually comes from taxpayers or sales of government bonds. Most of it, in fact, emerges right out of thin air.

How did the U.S. Government get away with paying less interest expense on $3 trillion more debt?? Here's how.

Did your portfolio lose money over the past few years? Well, don't despair as there are many low-risk investment options that can help you grow your savings slowly - but safely. Here are ten safe and low-risk investment options to consider.

This article identifies the pay gap between CEOs and average workers in the U.S. and how the gap compares state to state. The dollar and percentage differences are staggering.

If you want serious money, you have to get serious about money. I think a good plan would be to approach the problem in four steps: Liquidate, Consolidate, Create and Speculate.

Seriously consider taking some or all of the above steps now to make yourself more financially secure, protect your family and give you valuable peace of mind.

Every year multiple retirement studies claim to show which states are best or worst for retirement. They almost never agree, so we've taken their annual state rankings and averaged them into one master list.

The reason you are not a millionaire (or even on your way to becoming one) is really quite simple. You probably assume it's because you aren't earning enough money but the truth is that, for most people, it does not matter how much money you make... [but, rather,] the way you treat money in your daily life. [Let me explain.] Words: 875

Investors should take a long hard look at their broker/financial advisor/planner and rethink what they expect of him/her while at the same time empowering themselves to take control of their own situations. This article identifies several warning signs that it may be time to cut ties with your current broker. Words: 721