THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. PLEASE SEE MY DISCLOSURES. FOR MORE INFORMATION. Whether you’re trying to build up your savings, pay off debt, or live a more financially responsible life, there are plenty of tips and tricks to help you reach your goals. On a popular online platform, commenters shared their best hacks to … Read more
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Do you know what to do if your bank fails? The sudden implosion of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank has millions of once-complacent asking this question. The truth is, banks can and do fail, often without any prior outward signs of trouble. Hundreds of banks went out of business during the savings and loan … Read more
THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. PLEASE SEE MY DISCLOSURES. FOR MORE INFORMATION. Estate planning can be complex and overwhelming. However, we have some simple tips to help ensure that your finances and personal property are managed and distributed according to your wishes after passing away or incapacity. Here are 18 basic tips to help … Read more
THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. PLEASE SEE MY DISCLOSURES. FOR MORE INFORMATION. Are you looking for ways to make money without committing too much effort? Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit but not a lot of time or resources for a full-time venture? You’re in luck, as plenty of side hustles require little effort … Read more
THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. PLEASE SEE MY DISCLOSURES. FOR MORE INFORMATION. The swings of the stock market make fearful investors from time to time. Because the stock markets are often unpredictable, both new investors and experienced investors can give into their fear and make bad decisions. And these bad decisions can destroy your … Read more
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Meet Alberto. Alberto has multiple credit cards with high balances. But despite making regular payments, his debt seems to be increasing. How is that possible? If you’ve ever used a credit card or borrowed money, you may have come across the term APR, which stands for annual percentage rate. But what is APR, and why … Read more
What happened to Silicon Valley Bank? The short answer is, it failed after a classic bank run during which depositors rushed to withdraw cash while they still could. The longer answer is quite the read. Though it ranked among the 20 largest banks in the United States when it failed, Silicon Valley Bank had an … Read more