by Kari FaberStaff WriterNobody is perfect when it comes to their finances — even millionaires slip up sometimes.So when you start to think you’re worse off than your parents, or your nephew, or your friends, remember that all 20-somethings have made mistakes that can cost them big time.But if you’re guilty of making some of these blunders, don’t fret. You can still redeem yourself! Here are some of the worst blunders
by Nicole DowSenior Writer Learning from a diverse set of people helps to expand your viewpoints, sharpen your empathy and increase your knowledge base. Likewise, the personal finance gurus you follow online and on social media should ideally represent different cultural backgrounds. We’ve created this list of eight Black financial influencers listed who are enriching the personal finance space with their unique perspectives and expert advice. Whether you’re looking for
by Quinten PlummerStaff WriterActive and passive investments are like lanes on a highway. Should you cruise in the middle lane and go with the flow of traffic? Or should you take the left lane and bypass the slowdowns?A passive investment strategy tries to keep pace with the major stock indexes, such as the S&P 500 or Dow Jones Industrial Average, while an active strategy aims to outpace them.For the average
by Elizabeth Djinis When initiating a new homeowners insurance policy, the result can always be a gamble. Will my insurance premium be too high? Should I worry about coverage limits? Will I need to purchase additional coverage?All these questions come to mind when researching insurance carriers. And if you’re a dog owner, you’ll have one more: Will my insurance company restrict my dog’s breed from coverage? And even if they
by Lindsey DanisContributorMom-and-pop ethnic grocery stores are a common sight on big-city street corners, peddling exotic fruits and cuts of meat.These days, they’re also increasingly found outside of major metro areas. Pan-Asian, Middle Eastern or Latin markets may be the most common, but you’ll find markets dedicated to a single nationality, be it Indian, Korean, Serbian, Armenian, Mexican or Jamaican.These markets aren’t just colorful neighborhood businesses, they’re great places to
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by Mike BrassfieldSenior WriterGetting rich takes focus, discipline and hard work. It’s tough to become wealthy.Going broke, on the other hand — that’s really easy. Super easy! In fact, most of us are probably just one misfortune away from it.But here’s the good news. By being proactive, you can set yourself up to avoid these pitfalls.Here are the quickest ways to go broke — and what you can do to
by Nicole DowSenior WriterMaintaining a budget is an excellent way to get a better handle on your money situation. If you want to hit your financial goals, keeping tabs on your cash flow is essential.Here are some of our best budgeting lessons. The 70/20/10 budget is a percentage-based money management system where you earmark 70% of your take-home pay toward monthly expenses, 20% for saving and investing and 10% for
by Tiffani ShermanContributorCongratulations on making a job move and looking for something new during what’s being called the “Great Resignation.”But with that new freedom might come a new worry, depending on how long you plan to be without work: how will not working affect your retirement funds? When you quit work, things like no matching contributions, lump sum distribution and tax consequences may be swirling in your head now that
by Top Class Actions Big brands such as Godiva, Tinder, Acura, and Benecol are offering benefits to consumers thanks to class action lawsuit settlements.The February deadlines for filing claims in these settlements are fast approaching, so read on to find out if you qualify. There are more claims than usual deadlining in the first week of the month. Acura drivers who incurred battery-recharging costs and certain transportation costs may be
