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Is investing in gold and silver a good idea?
One of the most common armchair-expert colloquialisms that investors may hear is to invest in gold or silver because the current economy is not based on anything real. Of course, the suggestion that the market is not based on anything real is absurd. The market is based on a variety of commodities and industries, national […]
What a looming volatile market could mean for you
“Volatile” is one of the words investors do not like to hear. A volatile market can spook investors and lead them to make panicked adjustments to their strategies. Rookie investors often make the big mistake of panic-selling their investments in an attempt to avoid a loss. The truth is, panic-selling can cause you to lose […]
How does the presidential election affect our economy?
When the presidential election draws near, the nation collectively holds its breath. It is as if a lot of things go into slow motion while the world looks at the nation to see who it will select as its new leader. It might seem a little dramatic, but whoever is voted into the office of […]
Get the most out of your employee benefits during the health care open enrollment period
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot about the way people have to think about their lives. One way it is affecting millions of Americans is that they have to assess their health care plans. Every year, from November 1 through December 15, Americans can apply for health care coverage through HealthCare.gov. Although many people […]
How to protect your finances in a divorce
Going through a divorce is a difficult time. Not only is it emotionally taxing, but it is also mentally challenging to figure out how to divide assets, property, finances and custody of children. It is even more challenging when you have been married for years and have a lot of money in savings and investments. […]
Getting a head start on finances for kids
It seems like too many people in the United States grow up without learning much about finances. Only 57% of American adults consider themselves financially literate, and of that number, several are not as financially literate as they believe themselves to be. Because only 17 states require students to complete a personal finances class before […]