Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. How to keep climbing the ladder while you work from home (NY Times). Working remotely and the challenge of staying visible. The 10 highest property taxes by state (Clark Howard). When we moved from Illinois to Kentucky in 2012, we felt […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. You can save a ton of money buying a refurbished iPhone. But finding the best deal can be tricky (Money). As with most things, last year’s must-have model will be less expensive than this year’s. Now’s the perfect time to switch […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. College students weigh costs of online classes or pausing their education during the pandemic (CBS Money Watch). For many students, the pandemic has made taking a gap year look more appealing. But going that route may come at a high cost. […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. A practical guide to making children a part of your minimalist lifestyle (The Better India). The best way to cut down on kid-stuff clutter (and all the rest of your extra stuff). How to claim your $25 from Apple’s battery slowdown […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. Roth 401(k) vs. 401(k): Which is the better option? (Of Dollars and Data). The answer might surprise you. Open a Roth IRA for your child (Getting Your Financial Ducks in a Row). I like this author’s “or worse” point in the […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. When frugality bottoms out (The Simple Dollar). What to do when you’ve maximized savings in all areas. How to teach your kids about money and help them be financially responsible adults (Money). Solid advice, especially for younger kids—and especially “Let them […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. Biggest financial regrets (The Big Picture). Another way to look at this: 10 years from now, what financial moves are you likely to regret doing or not doing? The curious economics of being ripped off on holiday (Tim Harford). Don’t let […]
The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty. – Proverbs 22:3 About 37 million U.S. households have no life insurance, according to industry trade group LIMRA. For many, the cost of coverage stands in the way. But there may be some, such as singles and married couples […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. Can your college kid handle a credit card? (Independent Advisors). Be sure to teach them the rules of the road for wise credit card use. My biggest FI demon — status anxiety (Monevator). Great article that expresses what so many of […]
A prudent person foresees danger and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences. – Proverbs 22:3 With Hurricane Dorian churning in the Atlantic, I’ve been praying for loved ones who may be in its path, and I’ve been thinking about our homeowner’s insurance coverage. I still get a feeling of dread […]
