The idea of yet another recession can be fearsome to picture. According to Bankrate's latest Economic Indicator Survey, over half of the population of economists feel that economic dangers over the next 12 to 18 months are highly unlikely. However, it's not a question of whether or not recession will occur, but rather how you can financially prepare for the next recession. Economy News Today - Prepare...
Building your credit score may seem like a daunting task. However, it can be very easy with the right guidance. This article will guide you through several steps on how to increase your credit score quickly. Try to Obtain a Secured Credit Card You can apply for a secured credit card....
According to the Council for Economic Education, nineteen states now require students to study personal financial as a condition for graduating from high school. But does financial education work? The simple answer is no, teaching financial literacy is worse than the financial decision those students can make any time...
The importance of insurance keeps increasing every day because of our lifestyle. Now that we tend to work more with loans and debts as adults we must know that things like accidental death or being fired from a job at a very bad time in your life can happen...
Summer is the perfect time of year to get out and explore, enjoy your favorite foods, and spend time with friends and family. While fun to do, these activities can also be a huge burden on your budget. You can find lots of tips on creating a realistic monthly...
How your 401k works after retirement depends on what you do with it. You can either decide to start taking qualified distributions or you can let your money continuously accumulate earnings. When can you start taking qualified distributions? This largely depends on your age when you retire. If you retire after...
A recent report from the FINRA foundation showed that two-thirds of Americans couldn’t pass the fundamental financial literacy test. This study carried out from the National Capability Study surveyed 27,562 Americans between June to October 2015. One of the biggest problems for the participant is bond. Only 28% knew what...
The stock market’s recent plunge has been attributed to a number of things. The bond market, the surge in interest as well as the rise in the US deficit are some of the reasons thought to have triggered the plunge. The US stock market has stumbled as the Dow...
Cryptocurrency regulations investors should know Governments have been trying to regulate Bitcoin and almost all other cryptocurrencies for a while now. Although some countries like Japan have welcomed cryptocurrency into their economy, most countries are reluctant about it. As a matter of fact, the regulations imposed in certain countries in...
Paying off your credit card and loans does not have to be an intimidating task – it will require some patience, management, and planning. Being free of debt is beneficial for multiple reasons, like not worrying about this financial obligation anymore. Besides, paying off your debt allows more space...