Is Life Insurance Worth It?
Life insurance can be worth it if your death would place a financial burden on someone else. Otherwise, you may not need it.
Life insurance can be worth it if your death would place a financial burden on someone else. Otherwise, you may not need it.
Looking for a new job is a multi-faceted process. I’ve discussed many aspects of career-building that apply even if you are just trying to keep a job you already have. But laying the groundwork for a successful job search is about more than just your reputation. A job search can take months — in some cases, up to a year or more — so it is very important to be prepared financially before you start to look.
To cover the gap between your last paycheck at your old job and your first paycheck at your new job, it is a good idea to beef up your savings. There are many reasons this could be the case: You may need to relocate for your new job, you may find it difficult to time your start and end dates, or you may be laid off or terminated before you can line something else up. These challenges can have a ripple effect on your finances.
For example, if your new job will require that you relocate, your significant other may also need to leave their current job. If you are the primary breadwinner in your family (or you are single) then having a gap in your income can have a major impact on your life. This is especially the case if you are living paycheck to paycheck.<
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This week we saw a 1000+ point drop in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, the largest 1-day point drop in DOW history. Should it affect your investing decisions?
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Investing in oil can have a major financial upside, which is why itâs a popular choice for many investors. But, itâs not without its risk, as the process can not only be complex but oil prices are prone to some volatility. If you want to invest in oil, itâs important to do your research and […]
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A mortgage is a loan given by banks (or other financial institutions) to those who plan to purchase a home. There are many types of mortgage loans available, depending on your financial health and how long you want to pay the loan back. The amount youâre allowed to borrow â as well as the interest
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Editorâs note: Be sure to check out where I talk about âtactical budgetingâ at my Soldier of Finance Blog. Tactical budgeting, or strategic budgeting as it is sometimes known, is an intense type of financial planning. Many companies use tactical budgeting to determine where to allocate financial resources and investments to achieve optimal profits. You […]
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Life insurance provides cash to your beneficiaries after you die. Itâs meant to help replace your income. But what about buying life insurance if youâre over age 60 or 65? Does it make sense? In some situations, it can make sense to spend thousands of dollars a year for a life insurance policy after you […]
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Credit card churning is the practice of applying for many different credit cards for the sole purpose of earning rewards. Typically, credit card companies will offer enticing rewards to sweeten the offer for potential account holders. While most people sign up for one or two credit cards at a time and earn one-time rewards, churners
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I’ll admit that after years of writing about celebrity homes, I’ve become a little jaded, and can’t say that I’m easily impressed by never-ending lists of amenities, lavish furnishings, and a ridiculous number of rooms. But Tom Brady’s custom-made estate in Brookline, Massachusetts — currently on the market for $33,900,000 — is far from your […]
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