Financial Blog
4 Reasons NOT to Refinance Your Mortgage
Most financial advisors will tell you to refinance your mortgage if you can lower your rate by as little 1%. The idea is that the lower rate will lead to lower payments, making your mortgage more manageable. But that’s not always a good idea. Because sometimes...
Your Biggest Expense Isn’t What You Think It Is
Ask anyone what their biggest expense is and they'll probably tell you the same thing: mortgage payment or rent. They’re wrong. The biggest expense for almost all of us is something we hardly ever consider, but it chips away at our money more than anything else. We...
How to turn $1 into $30,168
It’s hard to imagine saving $30,000. But $1 – that’s easy. And you can turn that $1 into $30,000 without breaking a sweat. All it takes is… Time. It’s one of the most important factors when it comes to building wealth. And the sooner you get started, the more time...
How to Repair the Damage of Child Identity Theft
Single moms, if your child has been the victim of identity theft, you’ll need to take specific steps to reverse the damage and protect him from future financial attacks. This process can be really frustrating, so make sure your child has an existing credit report...
Getting Divorced? Check out These Resources
When you’re going through a tough divorce, information can be your best friend. Divorce attorneys, forensic accountants, and good therapists are must-haves during this emotionally draining time…but they also drain your finances at a time when you need as much money as...