A larger share of women than men aren’t saving for the future and could miss out on hundreds of thousands of dollars over their lifetime as a result, a Bankrate national opinion poll found. Bankrate’s retirement savings survey found that more than a quarter of women (28%) working full-time, part-time…
For public companies, one of the simplest ways to communicate financial stability to shareholders is through cash dividend payments. The most established companies often share a portion of their profits with investors, rewarding them with cash dividends. For investors, dividends provide a steady stream of passive income. Here are some…
Cassandra Gucwa was crying in frustration in her office closet shortly after her employer was acquired by a larger conglomerate in 2012. Hundreds of employees were now mixing into her workspace, and the vibe in the office shifted from collaborative to competitive. “It was just so difficult to work your…
Building wealth is hard. For women, it’s even harder. Women typically earn less than men. When trying to move up, many find that bias is still the norm in many corners of the American workplace. They’re more likely to take breaks from work or shift to lower-paying jobs to raise…
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Getty Images / Win McNamee / Staff Key takeaways The Federal Reserve’s September rate cut is likely the beginning of lower yields on CDs and other deposit accounts. Locking in a CD now can secure today’s higher rates, which are still outpacing inflation. Don’t rush to put money into a…
Some people can walk right into an interview and knock it out of the park without even raising their heart rate. (Wouldn’t we all like to have that kind of confidence?) But if you’re anything like the average job seeker, interviews aren’t exactly high on your list of fun, stress-free…
Bloomberg Creative/Getty Images Key takeaways The federal funds rate impacts how expensive it is for lenders to loan money, so consumer loan rates typically change when the federal funds rate changes. During the Federal Open Market Committee’s July meeting, the regulatory body announced it would hold the federal funds target…
I hear from so many people who are nervous or scared to make a career change in their 50s—even if they’re miserable at their current job. And folks, I get it. There are a lot of fears and insecurities that can creep up when you’re thinking about making a huge…
When the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates even by just 0.25%, it will have a direct impact on your finances. While a quarter of a percent may sound small, even slight changes in rates can ripple through the economy affecting everything from credit card payments to mortgage rates (more on…
If you want to boost your holiday budget, a huge part of it is just cutting back your spending. Way too many people think it takes big bucks to have memorable Christmas fun. They’ll splurge on gifts, travel, food and festivities and then shrug it off by saying, “Ah, well, it’s…
Oh, the Enneagram—it’s one of my favorite things. I mean, as far as life-changing things go, for me it’s Jesus, pizza and the Enneagram. You might be wondering, What is an Enneagram? If so, I’m so excited to introduce you to it. I promise you’ll learn something about yourself! What…
If you’re thinking of stocking up on food and other items, you’re not alone. Between supply chain issues and rising food prices, no one wants to be caught off guard with nothing left in their pantry (remember the whole toilet paper situation of 2020?). It’s always a good idea to…
Setting your money aside in mutual funds and letting them grow over the long term is one of the proven ways ordinary people can become everyday millionaires and live the retirement of their dreams. Of course, you’ll want to invest in a mix of the best mutual funds—those with a history of…
Listen to this article We’re so glad you decided to get a will! A will is one of the most important parts of your legacy, because it lets you give your loved ones good gifts and protect your family after you’re gone. We know you want to do your will…
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