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Why Itâs Harder to Get Credit When Youâre Self-Employed
Around 6.1% of employed Americans worked for themselves in 2019, yet the ranks of the self-employed might increase among certain professions more than others. By 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that self-employment will rise by nearly 8%. Some self-employed professionals experience high pay in addition to increased flexibility. Dentists, for example, are […]
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5 Financial Goals to Start in 2021
Although many people start New Yearâs resolutions in January, thereâs nothing magical about January with regards to self-improvement. Still, the best time to make a change or set a goal is today, so if youâre ready to level up…
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Money Market Account or Checking Account: Which Is Best For You?
Depending on how you plan to spend and save, a money market or checking accountââor bothââcould suit your needs.
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Better Investing for Beginners
Are you new to investing? Not sure where to start? Investing for beginners can be overwhelming. There are so many moving parts. With that said, we hope the process we’ll show you today will make it easier for you to get started. What follows are ten steps you can take to become a successful investor…. Read More
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The ABCs of Financial Empowerment
When you think of financial empowerment, what comes to mind? No matter what your financial situation is, there are 3 key areas to focus on.
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We Earn $200,000 and Canât Save. Help!
Mia, 35 and her husband Luke, 36, earn a combined $200,000 per year. But after paying their mortgage and rental property loan, as well as car and student loans, child care, and other living expenses, the Los Angeles couple has…
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How to Build an Emergency Fund
You never know what life will bring. You can unexpectedly lose your job. A medical emergency can present itself, or you may have unexpected home repairs. So, as financial advisors would say, having an emergency fund to cover these ’emergencies’ makes good financial sense. An emergency fund then is a stash a money you save …
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Affording a Second Child: How to Make Your Budget Work
If you’re welcoming a second child, your spending and savings habits may need a tune-up.
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With the end of the year rapidly approaching, itâs a good time to take stock of your financial situation as you head into 2021. 2020 has been a strange year, and a difficult year for many people. With many peopleâs…
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